Section 186 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with prohibition of fictitious stamps. Under the old law this was Section 263A of the IPC.
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Section 186 BNS - Prohibition of fictitious stamps
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 186 - Prohibition of fictitious stamps
- Old provision
- Section 263A IPC
- Punishment
- Fine of 200 rupees.
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Bailable.
- Triable by
- Any Magistrate.
Old law → Section 186 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 263A IPC | Modified | Words “'and also in any part of Her Majesty’s domin ions ” are excluded. |
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