IPC Section 352 = BNS Section 131

Assault or Criminal Force otherwise than on Grave Provocation

गंभीर प्रकोपन के अलावा हमला या आपराधिक बल

Offences Against the Body Punishment Changed Non-Cognizable Bailable Updated: 2026-02-28

Overview

Section 352 of the IPC dealt with assault or use of criminal force otherwise than on grave and sudden provocation. Under BNS 2023, this is now Section 131. The fine has been increased from Rs. 500 to Rs. 5,000.
Hindi IPC की धारा 352 हमला या आपराधिक बल प्रयोग से संबंधित थी। BNS 2023 के तहत यह अब धारा 131 है। जुर्माना बढ़ाया गया है।

Side-by-Side Comparison

Aspect IPC (Old) BNS (New)
Section Number Section 352 Section 131
Title Assault or Criminal Force otherwise than on Grave Provocation Assault or Criminal Force
Punishment Imprisonment up to 3 months, or fine up to Rs. 500, or both Imprisonment up to 3 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 352 to BNS 131
  • Fine increased from Rs. 500 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 assaulted or used criminal force on another person
  2. 2 The act was done otherwise than on grave and sudden provocation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 352?

IPC Section 352 (Assault or Criminal Force otherwise than on Grave Provocation) is now BNS Section 131 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.

Has the punishment changed from IPC 352 to BNS 131?

Yes, the punishment has been modified. Under BNS 131: Imprisonment up to 3 months, or fine up to Rs. 5,000, or both.

Is BNS Section 131 cognizable?

No, BNS Section 131 is a non-cognizable, bailable, and compoundable offence.

Legal Disclaimer

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