Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 305BNS 107
Abetment of suicide of child or person of unsound mind
BNS 107 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 305 is BNS 107
- Punishment
- Death or imprisonment for life, or imprisonment for a term not exceeding ten years and fine
- Bailable?
- Non-bailable
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable
- Tried by
- Court of Session
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
- Formal changes but essence is same- 'insane person' is replaced by 'person of unsound mind'.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 107 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 305 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 305 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 107 it is non-bailable and cognizable, and is tried by Court of Session. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
What is the punishment for IPC 305 under BNS?
BNS 107: death or imprisonment for life, or imprisonment for a term not exceeding ten years and fine.
What is IPC 305 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 305 (Abetment of suicide of child or person of unsound mind) corresponds to Section 107 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 305 and BNS 107?
Formal changes but essence is same- 'insane person' is replaced by 'person of unsound mind'.
How do I cite BNS 107 in a pleading?
Under Section 107 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 305 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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