IPC → BNS
IPC 224 in BNS: Section 262
Resistance or obstruction by a person to his lawful apprehension
IPC
224
BNS
262
Under the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 224 dealt with “Resistance or obstruction by a person to his lawful apprehension”. Since the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 came into force on 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 262 of the BNS. The Sanhita renumbered the whole code, so the old IPC number does not carry over — this is the official mapping.
This page gives the official section-number correspondence. Bailable / cognizable status, the exact punishment and the trying court for this section are not yet in our hand-verified guide set — check the bare Act or ask a lawyer before relying on them.
Official source
Source: NCRB Sankalan Portal — official IPC/BNS Section Table. Compiled 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 BNS equivalent of IPC Section 224?
- IPC Section 224 (Resistance or obstruction by a person to his lawful apprehension) corresponds to Section 262 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, per the official NCRB comparative table.
- When did the BNS replace the IPC?
- The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 replaced the Indian Penal Code, 1860 with effect from 1 July 2024. Cases registered before that date continue to be tried under the IPC.
Nearby sections
- IPC 220 → BNS 258 · Commitment for trial or confinement by person having authority who knows that he is acting contrary to law
- IPC 221 → BNS 259 · Intentional omission to apprehend on part of public servant bound to apprehend
- IPC 222 → BNS 260 · Intentional omission to apprehend on part of public servant bound to apprehend person under sentence
- IPC 223 → BNS 261 · Escape from confinement or custody negligently suffered by public servant
- IPC 225 → BNS 263 · Resistance or obstruction to lawful apprehension of another person
- IPC 225A → BNS 264 · Omission to apprehend or sufferance of escape on part of public servant in cases not otherwise provided for
- IPC 225B → BNS 265 · Resistance or obstruction to lawful apprehension or escape or rescue in cases not otherwise provided for
- IPC 227 → BNS 266 · Violation of condition of remission of punishment