Section 287 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with negligent conduct with respect to fire Or combustible matter. Under the old law this was Section 285 of the IPC.
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Section 287 BNS - Negligent conduct with respect to fire Or combustible matter
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 287 - Negligent conduct with respect to fire Or combustible matter
- Old provision
- Section 285 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 6 months, or fine of 2,000 rupees, or both.
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Bailable.
- Triable by
- Any Magistrate.
Old law → Section 287 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 285 IPC | Modified | The u pper limit of the fine is increased from one thousand to two thousand rupees. |
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