Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 359BNS 137(1)
Kidnapping
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What changed
- IPC section is included as a sub-section in BNS.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 137(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 359 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
What is IPC 359 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 359 (Kidnapping) corresponds to Section 137(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 359 and BNS 137(1)?
IPC section is included as a sub-section in BNS.
How do I cite BNS 137(1) in a pleading?
Under Section 137(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 359 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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- IPC 357 → BNS 135 — Assault or criminal force in attempt to wrongfully confine a person
- IPC 358 → BNS 136 — Assault or criminal force on grave provocation
- IPC 360 → BNS 137(1)(a) — Kidnapping from India
- IPC 361 → BNS 137(1)(b) — Kidnapping from lawful guardianship
- IPC 363 → BNS 137(2) — Punishment for kidnapping
- IPC 362 → BNS 138 — Abduction
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