Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 286BNS 288
Negligent conduct with respect to explosive substance
BNS 288 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 286 is BNS 288
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine up to five thousand rupees, 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
- The upper limit of the fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 288 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 286 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 286 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 288 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 286 under BNS?
BNS 288: imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine up to five thousand rupees, or both.
What is IPC 286 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 286 (Negligent conduct with respect to explosive substance) corresponds to Section 288 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 286 and BNS 288?
The upper limit of the fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees.
How do I cite BNS 288 in a pleading?
Under Section 288 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 286 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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