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BNS definitions

BNS Definitions

Review key legal definitions under the BNS that shape how terms like hurt, assault, property, and public servants are interpreted.

Guide

BNS transition guide

Read the complete transition from IPC to BNS and the definitions that matter most.

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Tool

IPC → BNS converter

Map sections and definitions quickly using the official conversion tool.

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Common BNS definition searches

  • BNS definition of property, public servant, offence, and intent.
  • How BNS definitions affect the mapped IPC section and punishment.
  • Why the new code uses defined terms differently from the old IPC.

Reference only — not legal advice. Verify definitions against the official BNS bare Act.