Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 216ABNS 254
Penalty for harbouring robbers or dacoits
BNS 254 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 216A is BNS 254
- Punishment
- Rigorous imprisonment for a term which may extend to seven years and fine
- Bailable?
- Bailable
- Cognizable?
- 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
- Formal changes but essence is same- "husband or wife" is replaced by "spouse".
Drafting-ready
Under Section 254 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 216A of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 216A bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 254 it is bailable and 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 216A under BNS?
BNS 254: rigorous imprisonment for a term which may extend to seven years and fine.
What is IPC 216A equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 216A (Penalty for harbouring robbers or dacoits) corresponds to Section 254 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 216A and BNS 254?
Formal changes but essence is same- "husband or wife" is replaced by "spouse".
How do I cite BNS 254 in a pleading?
Under Section 254 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 216A of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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