IPC → BNS
IPC Section 78 in BNS
IPC Section 78 corresponds to BNS Section 16 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 78 |
|---|---|
| New provision | 16 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BNS Section 16 — Act done pursuant to the judgment or order of Court
Drafting note. Words 'Court of Justice' is replaced by “Court”.
Nothing which is done in pursuance of, or which is warranted by the judgment or order of, a Court; if done whilst such judgment or order remains in force, is an offence, notwithstanding the Court may have had no jurisdiction to pass such judgment or order, provided the person doing the act in good faith believes that the Court had such jurisdiction.
Questions this page answers
What is IPC 78 in BNS?
IPC Section 78 is BNS Section 16 — Act done pursuant to the judgment or order of Court.
Has the provision changed?
Words 'Court of Justice' is replaced by “Court”.
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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