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IPC 341 in BNS: Section 126(1)

Wrongful restraint

IPC

341

BNS

126(1)

Bailable: YesCognizable: NoCompoundable: Yes
Offence
Wrongful restraint
Punishment
Imprisonment up to 1 month, or fine up to ₹5,000, or both.
Triable by
Any Magistrate

Sourced & verified

Source: jurigram.com; lawsikho.com. 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 341?
IPC Section 341 (Wrongful restraint) corresponds to Section 126(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.
What is the punishment under BNS Section 126(1)?
Imprisonment up to 1 month, or fine up to ₹5,000, or both.
Is it bailable and cognizable?
Bailable: Yes. Cognizable: No. Triable by: Any Magistrate. Always verify against the bare Act.

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