Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 371BNS 145
Habitual dealing in slaves
BNS 145 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 371 is BNS 145
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term not exceeding ten 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
- No change.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 145 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 371 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 371 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 145 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 371 under BNS?
BNS 145: imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term not exceeding ten years and fine.
What is IPC 371 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 371 (Habitual dealing in slaves) corresponds to Section 145 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 371 and BNS 145?
No change.
How do I cite BNS 145 in a pleading?
Under Section 145 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 371 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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