Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 298BNS 302
Uttering words, etc., with deliberate intent to wound the religious feelings of any person
BNS 302 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 298 is BNS 302
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 1 year, or fine, or both
- Bailable?
- Bailable
- Cognizable?
- Non-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 302 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 298 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 298 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 302 it is bailable and non-cognizable, and is tried by Any Magistrate. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
What is the punishment for IPC 298 under BNS?
BNS 302: imprisonment up to 1 year, or fine, or both.
What is IPC 298 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 298 (Uttering words, etc., with deliberate intent to wound the religious feelings of any person) corresponds to Section 302 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 298 and BNS 302?
No change.
How do I cite BNS 302 in a pleading?
Under Section 302 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 298 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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