Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 168BNS 202
Public servant unlawfully engaging in trade
BNS 202 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 168 is BNS 202
- Punishment
- Simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year, or fine, or both or with community service
- Bailable?
- Bailable
- Cognizable?
- Non-cognizable
- Tried by
- Magistrate of the first class
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
- New punishment of "community service" is added.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 202 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 168 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 168 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 202 it is bailable and non-cognizable, and is tried by Magistrate of the first class. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
What is the punishment for IPC 168 under BNS?
BNS 202: simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year, or fine, or both or with community service.
What is IPC 168 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 168 (Public servant unlawfully engaging in trade) corresponds to Section 202 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 168 and BNS 202?
New punishment of "community service" is added.
How do I cite BNS 202 in a pleading?
Under Section 202 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 168 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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