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IPC 455 → BNS 332: Lurking HT (Preparation)

IPC Section 455 (Lurking HT (Preparation)) under the old Indian Penal Code 1860 is now covered under Section 332 of the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

Old Law — IPC 1860

455

Lurking HT (Preparation)

Lurking house-trespass or house-breaking after preparation for hurt, assault or wrongful restraint

New Law — BNS 2023

332

Lurking HT (Preparation)

Punishment / Liability

Same - Up to 10 years

Key Change / Note

Consolidated section

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Quick Summary: IPC 455 vs BNS 332

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 455 (Lurking HT (Preparation)) is now mapped to BNS Section 332.

What did IPC 455 cover?

IPC 455 dealt with lurking ht (preparation) — lurking house-trespass or house-breaking after preparation for hurt, assault or wrongful restraint. 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 332: What changed in the new law?

Consolidated section. From 1 July 2024, all new criminal complaints relating to lurking ht (preparation) are filed under BNS Section 332. 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 332

Same - Up to 10 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 332 instead of IPC 455.
Police officers: Use BNS 332 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 455 ↔ BNS 332 mapping.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 455?

IPC Section 455 (Lurking HT (Preparation)) is now covered under Section 332 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS 332?

Same - Up to 10 years

What is the key difference between IPC 455 and BNS 332?

Consolidated section

Is IPC 455 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.