Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 468BNS 336(3)
Forgery for purpose of cheating
BNS 336(3) full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 468 is BNS 336(3)
- 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
- Section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading.
- No other Change.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 336(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 468 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 468 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 336(3) 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 468 under BNS?
BNS 336(3): imprisonment up to 7 years and fine.
What is IPC 468 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 468 (Forgery for purpose of cheating) corresponds to Section 336(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 468 and BNS 336(3)?
Section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading. No other Change.
How do I cite BNS 336(3) in a pleading?
Under Section 336(3) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 468 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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