Section 248 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with false charge of offence made with Intent to injure. Under the old law this was Section 211 of the IPC.
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Section 248 BNS - False charge of offence made with Intent to injure
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 248 - False charge of offence made with Intent to injure
- Old provision
- Section 211 IPC
Old law → Section 248 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 211 IPC | Modified | The upper limit of imprisonment is increased from two years to five years and from seven years to ten years, and the fine is defined as up to two lakh rupees. |
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