Section 127(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with wrongful confinement — clause (2). Under the old law this was Section 342 of the IPC.
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Section 127(2) BNS - Wrongful confinement — clause (2)
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 127(2) - Wrongful confinement — clause (2)
- Old provision
- Section 342 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 1 year, or fine of 5,000 rupees, or both.
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Bailable.
- Triable by
- Any Magistrate.
Old law → Section 127(2) BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 342 IPC | Modified | IPC section is included as a sub - section in BNS sans heading. Fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees. |
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