Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 306BNS 108
Abetment of suicide
BNS 108 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 306 is BNS 108
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 10 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
- No change.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 306 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 306 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 108 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 306 under BNS?
BNS 108: imprisonment up to 10 years and fine.
What is IPC 306 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 306 (Abetment of suicide) corresponds to Section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 306 and BNS 108?
No change.
How do I cite BNS 108 in a pleading?
Under Section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 306 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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