IPC → BNS
IPC Section 374 in BNS
IPC Section 374 corresponds to BNS Section 146 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 374 |
|---|---|
| New provision | 146 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BNS Section 146 — Unlawful compulsory labour
Drafting note. No change.
Whoever unlawfully compels any person to labour against the will of that person, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.
Questions this page answers
What is IPC 374 in BNS?
IPC Section 374 is BNS Section 146 — Unlawful compulsory labour.
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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