Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 269BNS 271
Negligent act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life
BNS 271 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 269 is BNS 271
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 6 months, 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 271 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 269 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 269 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 271 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 269 under BNS?
BNS 271: imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine, or both.
What is IPC 269 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 269 (Negligent act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life) corresponds to Section 271 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 269 and BNS 271?
No change.
How do I cite BNS 271 in a pleading?
Under Section 271 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 269 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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