What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 143?

IPC Section 143 (Punishment for being a member of an unlawful assembly) corresponds to Section 189(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS Section 189(2)?

Imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine, or both.

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 143 in BNS: Section 189(2)

Punishment for being a member of an unlawful assembly

IPC

143

BNS

189(2)

Bailable: YesCognizable: YesCompoundable: No

Offence: Punishment for being a member of an unlawful assembly
Punishment: Imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine, or both.
Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class
Note: Merged into the same BNS section as IPC 141.

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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 143?: IPC Section 143 (Punishment for being a member of an unlawful assembly) corresponds to Section 189(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.
What is the punishment under BNS Section 189(2)?: Imprisonment up to 6 months, or fine, or both.
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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