Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 354CBNS 77
Voyeurism
BNS 77 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 354C is BNS 77
- BNS 77
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for not less than 1 year but which may extend to 3 years and fine
- Bailable?
- Bailable
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable
- Tried by
- Court of Session
- BNS 77
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for not less than 3 years but which may extend to 7 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
- Words "Any man who" is replaced by "Whoever".
Drafting-ready
Under Section 77 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 354C of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 354C bailable or non-bailable?
BNS 77: bailable, cognizable, tried by Court of Session. BNS 77: non-bailable, cognizable, tried by Court of Session. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
What is the punishment for IPC 354C under BNS?
BNS 77: Imprisonment for not less than 1 year but which may extend to 3 years and fine. BNS 77: Imprisonment for not less than 3 years but which may extend to 7 years and fine.
What is IPC 354C equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 354C (Voyeurism) corresponds to Section 77 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 354C and BNS 77?
Words "Any man who" is replaced by "Whoever".
How do I cite BNS 77 in a pleading?
Under Section 77 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 354C of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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