Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

IPC 387BNS 308(4)

Putting person in fear of death or of grievous hurt, in order to commit extortion

BNS 308(4) full section — punishment, bail and court →

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Quick facts: IPC 387 is BNS 308(4)

Punishment
Imprisonment up to 7 years and fine
Bailable?
Non-bailable
Cognizable?
Cognizable
Tried by
Magistrate of the first class

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

  • IPC section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading.
  • No other change.

Drafting-ready

Under Section 308(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 387 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...

Frequently asked

Is IPC 387 bailable or non-bailable?

Under BNS 308(4) it is non-bailable and cognizable, and is tried by Magistrate of the first class. Source: First Schedule to the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.

What is the punishment for IPC 387 under BNS?

BNS 308(4): imprisonment up to 7 years and fine.

What is IPC 387 equivalent in BNS?

IPC Section 387 (Putting person in fear of death or of grievous hurt, in order to commit extortion) corresponds to Section 308(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).

What changed between IPC 387 and BNS 308(4)?

IPC section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading. No other change.

How do I cite BNS 308(4) in a pleading?

Under Section 308(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 387 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...

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