IPC Section 270 = BNS Section 272
Malignant Act Likely to Spread Infection of Disease
रोग का संक्रमण फैलाने वाला दुर्भावनापूर्ण कार्य
Overview
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | IPC (Old) | BNS (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Section Number | Section 270 | Section 272 |
| Title | Malignant Act Likely to Spread Infection of Disease | Malignant Act Likely to Spread Infection |
| 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 | Any Magistrate | |
Key Changes
- Section number changed from IPC 270 to BNS 272
- Punishment remains the same
- No substantive changes
Ingredients of the Offence
To establish this offence, the prosecution must prove:
- 1 The accused malignantly did an act
- 2 The act was likely to spread infection of a disease dangerous to life
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 270?
IPC Section 270 (Malignant Act Likely to Spread Infection of Disease) is now BNS Section 272 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.
Has the punishment changed from IPC 270 to BNS 272?
No, the punishment remains substantially the same. Under BNS 272: Imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both.
Is BNS Section 272 cognizable?
Yes, BNS Section 272 is a cognizable, non-bailable, and non-compoundable offence.
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