IPC Section 332 = BNS Section 121
Voluntarily Causing Hurt to Public Servant
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Overview
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | IPC (Old) | BNS (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Section Number | Section 332 | Section 121 |
| Title | Voluntarily Causing Hurt to Public Servant | Voluntarily Causing Hurt to Public Servant |
| Punishment | Imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both | Imprisonment up to 3 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 | Magistrate of the First Class | |
Key Changes
- Section number changed from IPC 332 to BNS 121
- Punishment remains the same
- No substantive changes
Ingredients of the Offence
To establish this offence, the prosecution must prove:
- 1 The accused voluntarily caused hurt to a public servant
- 2 The hurt was caused while the public servant was discharging duty
- 3 The intent was to deter the public servant from performing duty
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 332?
IPC Section 332 (Voluntarily Causing Hurt to Public Servant) is now BNS Section 121 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.
Has the punishment changed from IPC 332 to BNS 121?
No, the punishment remains substantially the same. Under BNS 121: Imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both.
Is BNS Section 121 cognizable?
Yes, BNS Section 121 is a cognizable, non-bailable, and non-compoundable offence.
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