Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
IPC 331BNS 120(2)
Voluntarily causing grievous hurt to extort confession, or to compel restoration of property
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What changed
- IPC section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading.
- Words "any purpose referred to in sub-section (1)" are added.
Drafting-ready
Under Section 120(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 331 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
Frequently asked
What is IPC 331 equivalent in BNS?
IPC Section 331 (Voluntarily causing grievous hurt to extort confession, or to compel restoration of property) corresponds to Section 120(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS).
What changed between IPC 331 and BNS 120(2)?
IPC section is included as a sub-section in BNS sans heading. Words "any purpose referred to in sub-section (1)" are added.
How do I cite BNS 120(2) in a pleading?
Under Section 120(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 331 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860)...
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