Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 315BNS 91
Act done with intent to prevent child being born alive or to cause it to die after birth
BNS 91 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 315 is BNS 91
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 10 years, or fine, or both
- 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 91 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 315 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 315 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 91 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 315 under BNS?
BNS 91: imprisonment up to 10 years, or fine, or both.
What is IPC 315 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 315 (Act done with intent to prevent child being born alive or to cause it to die after birth) corresponds to Section 91 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 315 and BNS 91?
No change.
How do I cite BNS 91 in a pleading?
Under Section 91 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 315 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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