Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 135BNS 163
Abetment of desertion of soldier, sailor or airman
BNS 163 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 135 is BNS 163
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both
- Bailable?
- Bailable
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable
- Tried by
- Any Magistrate
For offences under the BNS (on or after 1 July 2024); older cases follow the IPC and CrPC. Source: First Schedule to the BNSS, 2023, and the wording of the section. Not legal advice.
What changed
- No change.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 135 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 135 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 163 it is bailable and cognizable, and is tried by Any Magistrate. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
What is the punishment for IPC 135 under BNS?
BNS 163: imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both.
What is IPC 135 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 135 (Abetment of desertion of soldier, sailor or airman) corresponds to Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 135 and BNS 163?
No change.
How do I cite BNS 163 in a pleading?
Under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 135 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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