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IPC 124 → BNS 151: Assault on President/Governor

IPC Section 124 (Assault on President/Governor) under the old Indian Penal Code 1860 is now covered under Section 151 of the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

Old Law — IPC 1860

124

Assault on President/Governor

Assaulting President, Governor, etc., with intent to compel or restrain the exercise of any lawful power

New Law — BNS 2023

151

Assault on President/Governor

Punishment / Liability

Same - Up to 7 years

Key Change / Note

No major change

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Quick Summary: IPC 124 vs BNS 151

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024, has replaced the colonial-era Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860. Under the new criminal law framework, IPC Section 124 (Assault on President/Governor) is now mapped to BNS Section 151.

What did IPC 124 cover?

IPC 124 dealt with assault on president/governor — assaulting president, governor, etc., with intent to compel or restrain the exercise of any lawful power. Until 30 June 2024, every FIR and criminal trial relating to this offence in India was registered and prosecuted under this provision of the Indian Penal Code 1860.

BNS 151: What changed in the new law?

No major change. From 1 July 2024, all new criminal complaints relating to assault on president/governor are filed under BNS Section 151. Cases registered before 1 July 2024 will, however, continue to be tried under the old IPC provisions as per the saving clause of the BNS.

Punishment under BNS 151

Same - Up to 7 years

Practical implications for advocates, police & citizens

Advocates: While drafting bail applications, vakalatnamas and written statements for offences registered after 1 July 2024, cite BNS 151 instead of IPC 124.
Police officers: Use BNS 151 as the substantive offence in new FIRs; procedure is governed by the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
Law students & citizens: For competitive exams, judicial services and general awareness, remember the IPC 124 ↔ BNS 151 mapping.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 124?

IPC Section 124 (Assault on President/Governor) is now covered under Section 151 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS 151?

Same - Up to 7 years

What is the key difference between IPC 124 and BNS 151?

No major change

Is IPC 124 still valid in India?

No. The Indian Penal Code 1860 has been repealed and replaced by the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 with effect from 1 July 2024. All ongoing cases under IPC continue, but new FIRs are registered under BNS.