IPC Section 166 = BNS Section 198
Public Servant Disobeying Law with Intent to Cause Injury
लोक सेवक द्वारा विधि की अवज्ञा
Overview
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | IPC (Old) | BNS (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Section Number | Section 166 | Section 198 |
| Title | Public Servant Disobeying Law with Intent to Cause Injury | Public Servant Disobeying Law |
| Punishment | Simple imprisonment up to 1 year, or fine, or both | Simple imprisonment up to 1 year, or fine, or both |
| Cognizable | No — Warrant required for arrest | |
| Bailable | Yes — Bail is a matter of right | |
| Compoundable | No — Cannot be compounded/settled | |
| Triable By | Magistrate of the First Class | |
Key Changes
- Section number changed from IPC 166 to BNS 198
- Punishment remains the same
- No substantive changes
Ingredients of the Offence
To establish this offence, the prosecution must prove:
- 1 The accused was a public servant
- 2 They knowingly disobeyed a direction of law
- 3 The intent was to cause injury to any person
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 166?
IPC Section 166 (Public Servant Disobeying Law with Intent to Cause Injury) is now BNS Section 198 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.
Has the punishment changed from IPC 166 to BNS 198?
No, the punishment remains substantially the same. Under BNS 198: Simple imprisonment up to 1 year, or fine, or both.
Is BNS Section 198 cognizable?
No, BNS Section 198 is a non-cognizable, bailable, and non-compoundable offence.
Legal Disclaimer
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