Section 278 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with sale of drug as a different drug or Preparation. Under the old law this was Section 276 of the IPC.
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Section 278 BNS - Sale of drug as a different drug or Preparation
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 278 - Sale of drug as a different drug or Preparation
- Old provision
- Section 276 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 6 months, or fine of 5,000 rupees, or both.
- Cognizable?
- Non-cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Bailable.
- Triable by
- Any Magistrate.
Old law → Section 278 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 276 IPC | Modified | The u pper limit of fine is increased from one thousand to five thousand rupees. |
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