What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 141?

IPC Section 141 (Unlawful assembly) corresponds to Section 189(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS Section 189(1)?

See BNS 189(2)/(3) for punishment of being a member of an unlawful assembly.

Is it bailable and cognizable?

Bailable: Yes. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class. Always verify against the bare Act.

IPC → BNS

IPC 141 in BNS: Section 189(1)

Unlawful assembly

IPC

141

BNS

189(1)

Bailable: YesCognizable: YesCompoundable: No

Offence: Unlawful assembly
Punishment: See BNS 189(2)/(3) for punishment of being a member of an unlawful assembly.
Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class

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Sourced & verified

Source: NCRB comparative table. Verified on 2026-07-11. Reference only — not legal advice. Verify against the official Gazette notification and the bare Act before relying on it in any filing.

Frequently asked

What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 141?: IPC Section 141 (Unlawful assembly) corresponds to Section 189(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.
What is the punishment under BNS Section 189(1)?: See BNS 189(2)/(3) for punishment of being a member of an unlawful assembly.
Is it bailable and cognizable?: Bailable: Yes. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class. Always verify against the bare Act.

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