Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 494BNS 82(1)
Marrying again during lifetime of husband or wife
BNS 82(1) full section — punishment, bail and court →
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Quick facts: IPC 494 is BNS 82(1)
- Punishment
- Imprisonment up to 7 years and fine
- Bailable?
- Bailable
- Cognizable?
- Non-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.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 82(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 494 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
Is IPC 494 bailable or non-bailable?
Under BNS 82(1) it is bailable and non-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 494 under BNS?
BNS 82(1): imprisonment up to 7 years and fine.
What is IPC 494 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 494 (Marrying again during lifetime of husband or wife) corresponds to Section 82(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 494 and BNS 82(1)?
IPC section is included as a sub-section.
How do I cite BNS 82(1) in a pleading?
Under Section 82(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 494 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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