What is the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023?

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023 is India's new substantive criminal code that officially replaced the British-era Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860. It consists of 358 sections, introducing modern definitions for organised crime, cyber fraud, snatching, terrorism, and community service penalties.

Which section in BNS replaced IPC Section 420 (Cheating)?

IPC Section 420 (Cheating and dishonestly inducing delivery of property) has been replaced by Section 318(4) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, punishable with imprisonment up to seven years and a fine.

Which section in BNS replaced IPC Section 302 (Murder)?

IPC Section 302 (Punishment for murder) has been replaced by Section 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023. Additionally, Section 103(2) prescribes the death penalty or life imprisonment for mob lynching committed by five or more persons on grounds of race, caste, or religion.

What is the new Zero FIR provision in BNSS 2023?

Under Section 173 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) 2023, every police station is legally required to register an FIR irrespective of whether the offence occurred in its territorial jurisdiction (Zero FIR) and forward it within 24 hours. Electronic FIR (e-FIR) is also recognized.

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Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Ban of use of packages drinking water bottles, disposable polystyrene food service cupsplates, plastic straw, cutleries

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Ban of use of packages drinking water bottles, disposable polystyrene food service cupsplates, plastic straw, cutleries

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Ban on usage of single use or short life PVC flex banners and posters in all Government Institutions and offices

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Ban on usage of single use or short life PVC flex banners and posters in all Government Institutions and offices

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Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Constitution (Andaman and Nicobar Islands) Schedules Tribes Order, 1959

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Andaman and Nicobar Islands

Constitution (Andaman and Nicobar Islands) Schedules Tribes Order, 1959

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Arunachal Pradesh

APPOINTMENTCONTINUATION OF Dr. MIKA UMPO AS REGISTRAR-CUM-SECRETARY

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APPOINTMENTCONTINUATION OF Dr. MIKA UMPO AS REGISTRAR-CUM-SECRETARY

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Arunachal Pradesh

INSERTING SUB-RULE (1) IN RULE 240

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Arunachal Pradesh

INSERTING SUB-RULE (1) IN RULE 240

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Arunachal Pradesh

ORDER REGARDING PREVENTION,REMOVAL AND SEALING OF UNAUTHORIZED OCCUPATION

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ORDER REGARDING PREVENTION,REMOVAL AND SEALING OF UNAUTHORIZED OCCUPATION

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Arunachal Pradesh

REVISION OF PROVISO UNDER RULE 161

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REVISION OF PROVISO UNDER RULE 161

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Arunachal Pradesh

constitution of members for selection of Chirman and members of the Regulatory Commission

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constitution of members for selection of Chirman and members of the Regulatory Commission

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Arunachal Pradesh

notification regarding preparation of records of rights of townscircles and vilages under East Siang Dist

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notification regarding preparation of records of rights of townscircles and vilages under East Siang Dist

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Bihar

PDS Control Order 2016

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Bihar

PDS Control Order 2016

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Bihar

Regarding providing equal opportunities to disabled people by private institutions

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Bihar

Regarding providing equal opportunities to disabled people by private institutions

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Central

5_Order-22(36)-2010-Expls-05.06.2014

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5_Order-22(36)-2010-Expls-05.06.2014

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All India Trade Test for Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961

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All India Trade Test for Apprentices under the Apprentices Act, 1961

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Allocation of jurisdiction for issuance of OCI card in respect of Gujarat State to FRRO Ahmedabad

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Allocation of jurisdiction for issuance of OCI card in respect of Gujarat State to FRRO Ahmedabad

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Central

Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Removal of Difficulties) First, Second and Third Order

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Central

Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Removal of Difficulties) First, Second and Third Order

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Central

Appointment of Ex-officio Members of Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India

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Central

Appointment of Ex-officio Members of Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India

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Central

Appointment of Prasar Bharati Chairman and Members

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Central

Appointment of Prasar Bharati Chairman and Members

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Central

Appointment of Sh. Shashank Saksena as Ex-officio Member of IBBI

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Central

Appointment of Sh. Shashank Saksena as Ex-officio Member of IBBI

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Central

Appointment of date of effect for the provisions of sections 7,9,11,12,13,35,36,37,42,43,49,50 of DM Act

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Central

Appointment of date of effect for the provisions of sections 7,9,11,12,13,35,36,37,42,43,49,50 of DM Act

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Central

Armed Forces Tribunal Act (Removal of Difficulties) Order 2008

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Central

Armed Forces Tribunal Act (Removal of Difficulties) Order 2008

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Central

CONSTITUTION OF NATIONAL AUTHORITY

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Central

CONSTITUTION OF NATIONAL AUTHORITY

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Central Vigilance Commission (Removal of Difficulties)Order, 2004

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Central Vigilance Commission (Removal of Difficulties)Order, 2004

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Companies (Removal of Difficulties) Fourth Order, 2014

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Central

Companies (Removal of Difficulties) Fourth Order, 2014

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Central

Companies (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2014

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Companies (Removal of Difficulties) Order, 2014

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Companies (Removal of Difficulties) Order,2013 dated 20.09.2013

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Companies (Removal of Difficulties) Order,2013 dated 20.09.2013

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Companies (Removal of Difficulties) Second Order,2014

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Companies (Removal of Difficulties) Second Order,2014

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Companies (Removal of Difficulties) Third Order, 2014

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Companies (Removal of Difficulties) Third Order, 2014

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Compulsory use of licence of conformity

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Compulsory use of licence of conformity

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Confirmation of online deposits made in Compensatory Afforestation fund by User Agency by without generating online chal

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Confirmation of online deposits made in Compensatory Afforestation fund by User Agency by without generating online chal

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Constitution of Companies Law Committee

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Constitution of Companies Law Committee

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