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IPC 176 → BNS 215: Omission of Notice

IPC Section 176 (Omission of Notice) under the old Indian Penal Code 1860 is now covered under Section 215 of the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

Old Law — IPC 1860

176

Omission of Notice

Omission to give notice or information to public servant by person legally bound to give it

New Law — BNS 2023

215

Omission of Notice

Punishment / Liability

Same - Up to 1 month

Key Change / Note

No major change

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Quick Summary: IPC 176 vs BNS 215

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 176 (Omission of Notice) is now mapped to BNS Section 215.

What did IPC 176 cover?

IPC 176 dealt with omission of notice — omission to give notice or information to public servant by person legally bound to give it. 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 215: What changed in the new law?

No major change. From 1 July 2024, all new criminal complaints relating to omission of notice are filed under BNS Section 215. 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 215

Same - Up to 1 month

Practical implications for advocates, police & citizens

Advocates: While drafting bail applications, vakalatnamas and written statements for offences registered after 1 July 2024, cite BNS 215 instead of IPC 176.
Police officers: Use BNS 215 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 176 ↔ BNS 215 mapping.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 176?

IPC Section 176 (Omission of Notice) is now covered under Section 215 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS 215?

Same - Up to 1 month

What is the key difference between IPC 176 and BNS 215?

No major change

Is IPC 176 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No. The Indian Penal Code 1860 has been repealed and replaced by the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 with effect from 1 July 2024.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.