Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 438BNS 327(2)
Punishment for above offence
BNS 327(2) full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 438 is BNS 327(2)
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for life or with imprisonment up to 10 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
- IPC section is included as a sub-section sans heading.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 327(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 438 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 438 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 327(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 438 under BNS?
BNS 327(2): imprisonment for life or with imprisonment up to 10 years and fine.
What is IPC 438 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 438 (Punishment for above offence) corresponds to Section 327(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 438 and BNS 327(2)?
IPC section is included as a sub-section sans heading.
How do I cite BNS 327(2) in a pleading?
Under Section 327(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 438 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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