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IPC 233 → BNS 180: Making Instrument (Coin)

IPC Section 233 (Making Instrument (Coin)) under the old Indian Penal Code 1860 is now covered under Section 180 of the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

Old Law — IPC 1860

233

Making Instrument (Coin)

Making or selling instrument for counterfeiting coin

New Law — BNS 2023

180

Making Instrument (Coin)

Punishment / Liability

Same - Up to 3 years

Key Change / Note

Merged into single section for instruments

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Quick Summary: IPC 233 vs BNS 180

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 233 (Making Instrument (Coin)) is now mapped to BNS Section 180.

What did IPC 233 cover?

IPC 233 dealt with making instrument (coin) — making or selling instrument for counterfeiting coin. 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 180: What changed in the new law?

Merged into single section for instruments. From 1 July 2024, all new criminal complaints relating to making instrument (coin) are filed under BNS Section 180. 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 180

Same - Up to 3 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 180 instead of IPC 233.
Police officers: Use BNS 180 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 233 ↔ BNS 180 mapping.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 233?

IPC Section 233 (Making Instrument (Coin)) is now covered under Section 180 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS 180?

Same - Up to 3 years

What is the key difference between IPC 233 and BNS 180?

Merged into single section for instruments

Is IPC 233 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.