Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 138BNS 166
Abetment of act of insubordination by soldier, sailor or airman
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What changed
- Upper limit of imprisonment is increased from six months to two years.
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Under Section 166 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 138 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
What is IPC 138 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 138 (Abetment of act of insubordination by soldier, sailor or airman) corresponds to Section 166 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 138 and BNS 166?
Upper limit of imprisonment is increased from six months to two years.
How do I cite BNS 166 in a pleading?
Under Section 166 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 138 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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