Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 430BNS 326(a)
Mischief by injury, inundation, fire or explosive substance, etc
BNS 326(a) full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 430 is BNS 326(a)
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 5 years, or fine, or both
- Bailable?
- 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 sans heading.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 326(a) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 430 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 430 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 326(a) it is 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 430 under BNS?
BNS 326(a): imprisonment up to 5 years, or fine, or both.
What is IPC 430 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 430 (Mischief by injury, inundation, fire or explosive substance, etc) corresponds to Section 326(a) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 430 and BNS 326(a)?
IPC section is included as a sub-section sans heading.
How do I cite BNS 326(a) in a pleading?
Under Section 326(a) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 430 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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