IPC Section 272 = BNS Section 274

Adulteration of Food or Drink Intended for Sale

बिक्री के लिए खाद्य या पेय पदार्थ में मिलावट

Offences Against Public Health & Safety Punishment Changed Non-Cognizable Bailable Updated: 2026-02-28

Overview

Section 272 of the IPC dealt with adulteration of food or drink intended for sale, rendering it noxious. Under BNS 2023, this is now Section 274. The fine has been increased.
Hindi IPC की धारा 272 बिक्री के लिए खाद्य या पेय पदार्थ में मिलावट से संबंधित थी। BNS 2023 के तहत यह अब धारा 274 है। जुर्माना बढ़ाया गया है।

Side-by-Side Comparison

Aspect IPC (Old) BNS (New)
Section Number Section 272 Section 274
Title Adulteration of Food or Drink Intended for Sale Adulteration of Food or Drink
Punishment Imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine up to Rs. 1,000, or both Imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine up to Rs. 5,000, or both
Changed
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 272 to BNS 274
  • Fine increased from Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 5,000
  • Imprisonment term remains the same

Ingredients of the Offence

To establish this offence, the prosecution must prove:

  1. 1 The accused adulterated food or drink intended for sale
  2. 2 The adulteration made the article noxious as food or drink
  3. 3 The accused knew or had reason to believe the article would be sold

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 272?

IPC Section 272 (Adulteration of Food or Drink Intended for Sale) is now BNS Section 274 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.

Has the punishment changed from IPC 272 to BNS 274?

Yes, the punishment has been modified. Under BNS 274: Imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine up to Rs. 5,000, or both.

Is BNS Section 274 cognizable?

No, BNS Section 274 is a non-cognizable, bailable, and compoundable offence.

Legal Disclaimer

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