IPC Section 269 = BNS Section 271
Negligent Act Likely to Spread Infection of Disease
रोग का संक्रमण फैलाने वाला लापरवाही से किया गया कार्य
Overview
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | IPC (Old) | BNS (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Section Number | Section 269 | Section 271 |
| Title | Negligent Act Likely to Spread Infection of Disease | Negligent Act Likely to Spread Infection |
| Punishment | Imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine, or both | Imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine, or both |
| Cognizable | No — Warrant required for arrest | |
| Bailable | Yes — Bail is a matter of right | |
| Compoundable | Yes — Can be settled between parties | |
| Triable By | Any Magistrate | |
Key Changes
- Section number changed from IPC 269 to BNS 271
- Punishment remains the same
- No substantive changes
Ingredients of the Offence
To establish this offence, the prosecution must prove:
- 1 The accused unlawfully or negligently did an act
- 2 The act was likely to spread infection of any disease dangerous to life
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 269?
IPC Section 269 (Negligent Act Likely to Spread Infection of Disease) is now BNS Section 271 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.
Has the punishment changed from IPC 269 to BNS 271?
No, the punishment remains substantially the same. Under BNS 271: Imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine, or both.
Is BNS Section 271 cognizable?
No, BNS Section 271 is a non-cognizable, bailable, and compoundable offence.
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