Indian Penal Code, 1860Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

IPC 211BNS 248

False charge of offence made with intent to injure

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What changed

  • The upper limit of imprisonment is increased from two years to five years and from seven years to ten years, and the fine is defined as up to two lakh rupees.

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Under Section 248 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 211 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...

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What is IPC 211 equivalent in BNS?

IPC Section 211 (False charge of offence made with intent to injure) corresponds to Section 248 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).

What changed between IPC 211 and BNS 248?

The upper limit of imprisonment is increased from two years to five years and from seven years to ten years, and the fine is defined as up to two lakh rupees.

How do I cite BNS 248 in a pleading?

Under Section 248 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 211 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...

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