Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 312BNS 88
Causing miscarriage
BNS 88 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 312 is BNS 88
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both
- Bailable?
- Bailable
- Cognizable?
- Non-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
- No change.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 88 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 312 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 312 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 88 it is bailable and non-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 312 under BNS?
BNS 88: imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both.
What is IPC 312 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 312 (Causing miscarriage) corresponds to Section 88 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 312 and BNS 88?
No change.
How do I cite BNS 88 in a pleading?
Under Section 88 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 312 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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