Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 376BBNS 67
Sexual intercourse by husband upon his wife during separation
BNS 67 full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 376B is BNS 67
- Punishment
- Imprisonment of either description for a term which shall not be less than two years but which may extend to seven years and fine
- Bailable?
- Bailable
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable (only on the complaint of the victim)
- 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 67 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 376B of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 376B bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 67 it is bailable and cognizable (only on the complaint of the victim), and is tried by Court of Session. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
What is the punishment for IPC 376B under BNS?
BNS 67: imprisonment of either description for a term which shall not be less than two years but which may extend to seven years and fine.
What is IPC 376B equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 376B (Sexual intercourse by husband upon his wife during separation) corresponds to Section 67 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 376B and BNS 67?
No change.
How do I cite BNS 67 in a pleading?
Under Section 67 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 376B of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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