IPC → BNS

IPC Section 356 in BNS

IPC Section 356 corresponds to BNS Section 134 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.

Old provisionIndian Penal Code, 1860, Section 356
New provision134
New ActBharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
MappingMapped

BNS Section 134 — Assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a person

Drafting note. No change.

Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person, in attempting to commit theft on any property which that person is then wearing or carrying, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.

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Questions this page answers

What is IPC 356 in BNS?

IPC Section 356 is BNS Section 134 — Assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a person.

Has the provision changed?

No change.

Which law applies to an offence today?

Offences committed on or after 1 July 2024 are dealt with under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023; earlier offences continue under the Indian Penal Code, 1860.

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