IPC Section 167 = BNS Section 201
Public Servant Framing an Incorrect Document
लोक सेवक द्वारा गलत दस्तावेज बनाना
Overview
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | IPC (Old) | BNS (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Section Number | Section 167 | Section 201 |
| Title | Public Servant Framing an Incorrect Document | Public Servant Framing Incorrect Document |
| Punishment | Imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both | Imprisonment up to 3 years, 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 167 to BNS 201
- 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 framed or translated a document incorrectly
- 3 The act was intentional with knowledge of incorrectness
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 167?
IPC Section 167 (Public Servant Framing an Incorrect Document) is now BNS Section 201 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.
Has the punishment changed from IPC 167 to BNS 201?
No, the punishment remains substantially the same. Under BNS 201: Imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both.
Is BNS Section 201 cognizable?
No, BNS Section 201 is a non-cognizable, bailable, and non-compoundable offence.
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