IPC → BNS
IPC 225 in BNS: Section 263
Resistance or obstruction to lawful apprehension of another person
IPC
225
BNS
263
Under the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 225 dealt with “Resistance or obstruction to lawful apprehension of another person”. Since the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 came into force on 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 263 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 225?
- IPC Section 225 (Resistance or obstruction to lawful apprehension of another person) corresponds to Section 263 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 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 224 → BNS 262 · Resistance or obstruction by a person to his lawful apprehension
- 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
- IPC 228 → BNS 267 · Intentional insult or interruption to public servant sitting in judicial proceeding