Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 367BNS 140(4)
Kidnapping or abducting in order to subject person to grievous hurt, slavery, etc
BNS 140(4) full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 367 is BNS 140(4)
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 10 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
- Section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 140(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 367 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 367 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 140(4) 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 367 under BNS?
BNS 140(4): imprisonment up to 10 years and fine.
What is IPC 367 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 367 (Kidnapping or abducting in order to subject person to grievous hurt, slavery, etc) corresponds to Section 140(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 367 and BNS 140(4)?
Section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading.
How do I cite BNS 140(4) in a pleading?
Under Section 140(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 367 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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