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Convert old criminal law sections to new 2024 law with simple explanations
From July 1, 2024, India replaced three old British-era laws with new ones:
IPC 1860
CrPC 1973
Evidence Act 1872
Convert old criminal law sections to new 2024 law
Enter a section number to see its conversion and simple explanation
Popular: 302 (Murder), 420 (Cheating), 376 (Rape), 498A (Cruelty)
| IPC (Old) | BNS (New) | Offence | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section 302 | Section 103 | MurderOffences Against Body | |
| Section 304 | Section 105 | Culpable HomicideOffences Against Body | |
| Section 304A | Section 106 | Death by NegligenceOffences Against Body | |
| Section 307 | Section 109 | Attempt to MurderOffences Against Body | |
| Section 376 | Section 65 | RapeSexual Offences | |
| Section 354 | Section 74 | Assault on WomanSexual Offences | |
| Section 498A | Section 85 | Cruelty by HusbandAgainst Women | |
| Section 420 | Section 318 | CheatingProperty Offences | |
| Section 379 | Section 303 | TheftProperty Offences | |
| Section 392 | Section 309 | RobberyProperty Offences | |
| Section 406 | Section 316 | Criminal Breach of TrustProperty Offences | |
| Section 323 | Section 115 | Voluntarily Causing HurtOffences Against Body | |
| Section 504 | Section 352 | Intentional InsultDefamation | |
| Section 506 | Section 351 | Criminal IntimidationIntimidation | |
| Section 120B | Section 61 | Criminal ConspiracyConspiracy |
Important Note
This converter provides general guidance. Some sections have been merged, split, or modified in the new law. For official legal matters, always refer to the official gazette or consult a qualified lawyer. New laws came into effect from July 1, 2024.