IPC Section 147 = BNS Section 191
Punishment for Rioting
दंगा करने का दंड
Overview
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | IPC (Old) | BNS (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Section Number | Section 147 | Section 191 |
| Title | Punishment for Rioting | Punishment for Rioting |
| Punishment | Imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both | Imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both |
| Cognizable | Yes — Police can arrest without warrant | |
| Bailable | No — Bail at the discretion of the court | |
| Compoundable | No — Cannot be compounded/settled | |
| Triable By | Magistrate of the First Class | |
Key Changes
- Section number changed from IPC 147 to BNS 191
- Punishment remains the same
- No substantive changes
Ingredients of the Offence
To establish this offence, the prosecution must prove:
- 1 The accused was a member of an unlawful assembly
- 2 The assembly used force or violence in prosecution of a common object
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 147?
IPC Section 147 (Punishment for Rioting) is now BNS Section 191 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.
Has the punishment changed from IPC 147 to BNS 191?
No, the punishment remains substantially the same. Under BNS 191: Imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both.
Is BNS Section 191 cognizable?
Yes, BNS Section 191 is a cognizable, non-bailable, and non-compoundable offence.
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