IPC Section 489A = BNS Section 178
Counterfeiting Currency Notes or Bank Notes
मुद्रा नोट या बैंक नोट की कूटरचना
Overview
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Aspect | IPC (Old) | BNS (New) |
|---|---|---|
| Section Number | Section 489A | Section 178 |
| Title | Counterfeiting Currency Notes or Bank Notes | Counterfeiting Currency Notes or Bank Notes |
| Punishment | Imprisonment for life, or imprisonment up to 10 years and fine | Imprisonment for life, or 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 489A to BNS 178
- Punishment remains the same
- No substantive changes
Ingredients of the Offence
To establish this offence, the prosecution must prove:
- 1 The accused counterfeited or knowingly performed any part of counterfeiting
- 2 The subject was a currency note or bank note
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 489A?
IPC Section 489A (Counterfeiting Currency Notes or Bank Notes) is now BNS Section 178 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, effective from July 1, 2024.
Has the punishment changed from IPC 489A to BNS 178?
No, the punishment remains substantially the same. Under BNS 178: Imprisonment for life, or imprisonment up to 10 years and fine.
Is BNS Section 178 cognizable?
Yes, BNS Section 178 is a cognizable, non-bailable, and non-compoundable offence.
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