Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 326BNS 118(2)
Voluntarily causing hurt or grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means
BNS 118(2) full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 326 is BNS 118(2)
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term which shall not be less than one year but which may extend to ten years and fine
- Bailable?
- Non-bailable
- Cognizable?
- 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
- IPC section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading.
- Mandatory minimum imprisonment for one year is added.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 118(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 326 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 326 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 118(2) it is non-bailable and 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 326 under BNS?
BNS 118(2): imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term which shall not be less than one year but which may extend to ten years and fine.
What is IPC 326 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 326 (Voluntarily causing hurt or grievous hurt by dangerous weapons or means) corresponds to Section 118(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 326 and BNS 118(2)?
IPC section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading. Mandatory minimum imprisonment for one year is added.
How do I cite BNS 118(2) in a pleading?
Under Section 118(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 326 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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