Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 270BNS 272
Malignant act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life
BNS 272 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 270 is BNS 272
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 2 years, 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 272 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 270 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 270 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 272 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 270 under BNS?
BNS 272: imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both.
What is IPC 270 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 270 (Malignant act likely to spread infection of disease dangerous to life) corresponds to Section 272 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 270 and BNS 272?
No change.
How do I cite BNS 272 in a pleading?
Under Section 272 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 270 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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