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IPC 127 → BNS 155: Receiving Property (War)

IPC Section 127 (Receiving Property (War)) under the old Indian Penal Code 1860 is now covered under Section 155 of the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

Old Law — IPC 1860

127

Receiving Property (War)

Receiving property taken by war or depredation mentioned in sections 125 and 126

New Law — BNS 2023

155

Receiving Property (War)

Punishment / Liability

Same - Up to 7 years

Key Change / Note

No major change

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Quick Summary: IPC 127 vs BNS 155

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 127 (Receiving Property (War)) is now mapped to BNS Section 155.

What did IPC 127 cover?

IPC 127 dealt with receiving property (war) — receiving property taken by war or depredation mentioned in sections 125 and 126. 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 155: What changed in the new law?

No major change. From 1 July 2024, all new criminal complaints relating to receiving property (war) are filed under BNS Section 155. 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 155

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 155 instead of IPC 127.
Police officers: Use BNS 155 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 127 ↔ BNS 155 mapping.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 127?

IPC Section 127 (Receiving Property (War)) is now covered under Section 155 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS 155?

Same - Up to 7 years

What is the key difference between IPC 127 and BNS 155?

No major change

Is IPC 127 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No. The Indian Penal Code 1860 has been repealed and replaced by the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 with effect from 1 July 2024.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.