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IPC 357 → BNS 135: Assault (Confinement)

IPC Section 357 (Assault (Confinement)) under the old Indian Penal Code 1860 is now covered under Section 135 of the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

Old Law — IPC 1860

357

Assault (Confinement)

Assault or criminal force in attempt wrongfully to confine a person

New Law — BNS 2023

135

Assault (Confinement)

Punishment / Liability

Same - Up to 1 year

Key Change / Note

No major change

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Quick Summary: IPC 357 vs BNS 135

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 357 (Assault (Confinement)) is now mapped to BNS Section 135.

What did IPC 357 cover?

IPC 357 dealt with assault (confinement) — assault or criminal force in attempt wrongfully to confine a person. 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 135: What changed in the new law?

No major change. From 1 July 2024, all new criminal complaints relating to assault (confinement) are filed under BNS Section 135. 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 135

Same - Up to 1 year

Practical implications for advocates, police & citizens

Advocates: While drafting bail applications, vakalatnamas and written statements for offences registered after 1 July 2024, cite BNS 135 instead of IPC 357.
Police officers: Use BNS 135 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 357 ↔ BNS 135 mapping.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 357?

IPC Section 357 (Assault (Confinement)) is now covered under Section 135 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS 135?

Same - Up to 1 year

What is the key difference between IPC 357 and BNS 135?

No major change

Is IPC 357 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No. The Indian Penal Code 1860 has been repealed and replaced by the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 with effect from 1 July 2024.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.