IPC 108 → BNS 46: Abettor

Quick Summary: IPC 108 vs BNS 46

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, in force since 1 July 2024, has replaced the colonial-era Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860. IPC 108 (Abettor) is among the offences re-enacted by the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which reorganises and renumbers the old Indian Penal Code while keeping the core ingredients intact. Abettor now maps to BNS 46, and the position below reflects the current bare act.

What did IPC 108 cover?

IPC 108 dealt with abettor — definition of abettor. Until 30 June 2024, every FIR and criminal trial for this offence was registered and prosecuted under this provision of the Indian Penal Code 1860.

BNS 46: What changed in the new law?

Includes abetment outside India. From 1 July 2024, new complaints relating to abettor are filed under BNS Section 46, while cases registered earlier continue under the old IPC provision as per the saving clause of the BNS.

Punishment under BNS 46

N/A - Definition

Practical implications for advocates, police & citizens

• Advocates: For abettor, cite the current provision BNS 46 rather than the repealed IPC 108 in all matters arising on or after 1 July 2024.
• Police officers: Register new abettor FIRs under BNS 46; procedure follows the BNSS.
• Law students & citizens: Use the IPC 108 to BNS 46 mapping when checking your position on abettor under the new law.