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IPC 511 → BNS 62: Attempt (General)

IPC Section 511 (Attempt (General)) under the old Indian Penal Code 1860 is now covered under Section 62 of the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

Old Law — IPC 1860

511

Attempt (General)

Punishment for attempting to commit offences punishable with imprisonment for life or other imprisonment

New Law — BNS 2023

62

Attempt (General)

Punishment / Liability

Same - Half the term

Key Change / Note

Moved to Chapter III (General Explanations) - Big structural change

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Quick Summary: IPC 511 vs BNS 62

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 511 (Attempt (General)) is now mapped to BNS Section 62.

What did IPC 511 cover?

IPC 511 dealt with attempt (general) — punishment for attempting to commit offences punishable with imprisonment for life or other imprisonment. 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 62: What changed in the new law?

Moved to Chapter III (General Explanations) - Big structural change. From 1 July 2024, all new criminal complaints relating to attempt (general) are filed under BNS Section 62. 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 62

Same - Half the term

Practical implications for advocates, police & citizens

Advocates: While drafting bail applications, vakalatnamas and written statements for offences registered after 1 July 2024, cite BNS 62 instead of IPC 511.
Police officers: Use BNS 62 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 511 ↔ BNS 62 mapping.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BNS equivalent of IPC Section 511?

IPC Section 511 (Attempt (General)) is now covered under Section 62 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, effective from 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS 62?

Same - Half the term

What is the key difference between IPC 511 and BNS 62?

Moved to Chapter III (General Explanations) - Big structural change

Is IPC 511 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.