IPC Section 364 = BNS Section 140
Kidnapping or Abducting in order to Murder
हत्या करने के लिए अपहरण या व्यपहरण
Overview
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | IPC (Old) | BNS (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Section Number | Section 364 | Section 140 |
| Title | Kidnapping or Abducting in order to Murder | Kidnapping or Abducting in order to Murder |
| Punishment | Imprisonment for life, or rigorous imprisonment up to 10 years and fine | Imprisonment for life, or rigorous imprisonment up to 10 years and fine |
| Cognizable | Yes — Police can arrest without warrant | |
| Bailable | No — Bail at the discretion of the court | |
| Compoundable | No — Cannot be compounded/settled | |
| Triable By | Court of Session | |
Key Changes
- Section number changed from IPC 364 to BNS 140
- Punishment remains the same
- No substantive changes
Ingredients of the Offence
To establish this offence, the prosecution must prove:
- 1 The accused kidnapped or abducted a person
- 2 The kidnapping was done in order to murder the person or to put the person in danger of being murdered
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 364?
IPC Section 364 (Kidnapping or Abducting in order to Murder) is now BNS Section 140 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.
Has the punishment changed from IPC 364 to BNS 140?
No, the punishment remains substantially the same. Under BNS 140: Imprisonment for life, or rigorous imprisonment up to 10 years and fine.
Is BNS Section 140 cognizable?
Yes, BNS Section 140 is a cognizable, non-bailable, and non-compoundable offence.
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