IPC → BNS
IPC Section 83 in BNS
IPC Section 83 corresponds to BNS Section 21 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
| Old provision | Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 83 |
|---|---|
| New provision | 21 |
| New Act | Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 |
| Mapping | Mapped |
BNS Section 21 — Act of a child above seven and under twelve of immature understanding
Drafting note. No change.
Nothing is an offence which is done by a child above seven years of age and under twelve years of age, who has not attained sufficient maturity of understanding to judge of the nature and consequences of his conduct on that occasion.
Questions this page answers
What is IPC 83 in BNS?
IPC Section 83 is BNS Section 21 — Act of a child above seven and under twelve of immature understanding.
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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