Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

IPC 304ABNS 106(1)

Causing death by negligence

BNS 106(1) full section — punishment, bail and court →

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Quick facts: IPC 304A is BNS 106(1)

Punishment
Imprisonment up to 5 years and fine
Bailable?
Bailable
Cognizable?
Cognizable
Tried by
Magistrate of the first class

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

  • IPC section is included as subsection in BNS.
  • Imprisonment is increased and offence by registered medical practitioner and its explanation are added.

Drafting-ready

Under Section 106(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 304A of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...

Frequently asked

Is IPC 304A bailable or non-bailable?

Under BNS 106(1) it is bailable and cognizable, and is tried by Magistrate of the first class. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.

What is the punishment for IPC 304A under BNS?

BNS 106(1): imprisonment up to 5 years and fine.

What is IPC 304A equivalent in BNS?

IPC Section 304A (Causing death by negligence) corresponds to Section 106(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).

What changed between IPC 304A and BNS 106(1)?

IPC section is included as subsection in BNS. Imprisonment is increased and offence by registered medical practitioner and its explanation are added.

How do I cite BNS 106(1) in a pleading?

Under Section 106(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 304A of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...

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