Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

IPC 289BNS 291

Negligent conduct with respect to animal

BNS 291 full section — punishment, bail and court →

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Quick facts: IPC 289 is BNS 291

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

  • Word "measure" replaces "order" The upper limit of the fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees.

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Under Section 291 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 289 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...

Frequently asked

Is IPC 289 bailable or non-bailable?

Under BNS 291 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 289 under BNS?

BNS 291: imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine up to five thousand rupees, or both.

What is IPC 289 equivalent in BNS?

IPC Section 289 (Negligent conduct with respect to animal) corresponds to Section 291 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).

What changed between IPC 289 and BNS 291?

Word "measure" replaces "order" The upper limit of the fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees.

How do I cite BNS 291 in a pleading?

Under Section 291 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 289 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...

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