Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 323BNS 115(2)
Punishment for voluntarily causing hurt
BNS 115(2) full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 323 is BNS 115(2)
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 1 year, or fine up to ten thousand rupees, or both
- Bailable?
- Bailable
- Cognizable?
- Non-cognizable
- Tried by
- Any Magistrate
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
- Section is included as sub-section in BNS sans heading.
- Fine is increased (which may extend to ten thousand rupees).
Drafting-ready
Under Section 115(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 323 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 323 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 115(2) it is bailable and non-cognizable, and is tried by Any Magistrate. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
What is the punishment for IPC 323 under BNS?
BNS 115(2): imprisonment up to 1 year, or fine up to ten thousand rupees, or both.
What is IPC 323 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 323 (Punishment for voluntarily causing hurt) corresponds to Section 115(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 323 and BNS 115(2)?
Section is included as sub-section in BNS sans heading. Fine is increased (which may extend to ten thousand rupees).
How do I cite BNS 115(2) in a pleading?
Under Section 115(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 323 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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