Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 376DBBNS 70(2)
Gang rape on women under the age of eighteen
BNS 70(2) full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 376DB is BNS 70(2)
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for life, which shall mean imprisonment for the remainder of that person’s natural life, and with fine, or with death
- 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
- In 376DB IPC, the age of the victim is 12 years, and punishment is the death penalty.
- In 70(2) BNS, the age of the victim is under 18 years, and punishment is the death penalty.
- Section is included as a sub-section in BNS, sans heading.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 70(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 376DB of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 376DB bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 70(2) 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 376DB under BNS?
BNS 70(2): imprisonment for life, which shall mean imprisonment for the remainder of that person’s natural life, and with fine, or with death.
What is IPC 376DB equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 376DB (Gang rape on women under the age of eighteen) corresponds to Section 70(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 376DB and BNS 70(2)?
In 376DB IPC, the age of the victim is 12 years, and punishment is the death penalty. In 70(2) BNS, the age of the victim is under 18 years, and punishment is the death penalty. Section is included as a sub-section in BNS, sans heading.
How do I cite BNS 70(2) in a pleading?
Under Section 70(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 376DB of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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