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CrPC 301 in BNSS: Section 338

Appearance by Public Prosecutors

CrPC

301

BNSS

338

Under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, Section 301 dealt with "Appearance by Public Prosecutors". Since 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 338 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. This is the official correspondence — always confirm against the bare Act for the exact current text.

This page gives the official section-number correspondence only. Check the bare Act or ask a lawyer before relying on the exact text or procedural implications.

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Official source

Source: NCRB Sankalan Portal — official CrPC/BNSS Section Table. Verified on 2026-07-20. Reference only — not legal advice. Confirm against the official Gazette notification and the bare Act before relying on this mapping in any filing.

Frequently asked

What is the BNSS equivalent of CrPC Section 301?
CrPC Section 301 (Appearance by Public Prosecutors) corresponds to Section 338 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, per the official comparative table.
When did this change come into force?
The replacement came into force on 1 July 2024. Matters registered before that date continue under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973.

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