Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 196BNS 233
Using evidence known to be false
BNS 233 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 196 is BNS 233
- Punishment
- The same as for giving or fabricating false evidence
- Bailable?
- According as offence of giving such evidence is bailable or non-triable. bailable
- Cognizable?
- Non-cognizable
- Tried by
- Court by which offence of giving or fabricating false evidence is
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 233 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 196 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 196 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 233 it is according as offence of giving such evidence is bailable or non-triable. bailable and non-cognizable, and is tried by Court by which offence of giving or fabricating false evidence is. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
What is the punishment for IPC 196 under BNS?
BNS 233: The same as for giving or fabricating false evidence.
What is IPC 196 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 196 (Using evidence known to be false) corresponds to Section 233 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 196 and BNS 233?
No change.
How do I cite BNS 233 in a pleading?
Under Section 233 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 196 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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