Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 357BNS 135
Assault or criminal force in attempt to wrongfully confine a person
BNS 135 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 357 is BNS 135
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 1 year, or fine up to five thousand rupees, or both
- Bailable?
- Bailable
- Cognizable?
- 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
- Fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 135 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 357 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 357 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 135 it is bailable and cognizable, and is tried by Any Magistrate. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
What is the punishment for IPC 357 under BNS?
BNS 135: imprisonment up to 1 year, or fine up to five thousand rupees, or both.
What is IPC 357 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 357 (Assault or criminal force in attempt to wrongfully confine a person) corresponds to Section 135 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 357 and BNS 135?
Fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees.
How do I cite BNS 135 in a pleading?
Under Section 135 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 357 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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- IPC 351 → BNS 130 — Assault
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- IPC 355 → BNS 133 — Assault or criminal force with intent to dishonour person, otherwise than on grave provocation
- IPC 356 → BNS 134 — Assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a person
- IPC 358 → BNS 136 — Assault or criminal force on grave provocation
- IPC 359 → BNS 137(1) — Kidnapping
- IPC 360 → BNS 137(1)(a) — Kidnapping from India
- IPC 361 → BNS 137(1)(b) — Kidnapping from lawful guardianship
- IPC 363 → BNS 137(2) — Punishment for kidnapping
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