What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 354?

IPC Section 354 (Assault or criminal force to woman with intent to outrage her modesty) corresponds to Section 74 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS Section 74?

Imprisonment not less than 1 year, up to 5 years, and fine.

Is it bailable and cognizable?

Bailable: No. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class. Always verify against the bare Act.

IPC → BNS

IPC 354 in BNS: Section 74

Assault or criminal force to woman with intent to outrage her modesty

IPC

354

BNS

Bailable: NoCognizable: YesCompoundable: No

Offence: Assault or criminal force to woman with intent to outrage her modesty
Punishment: Imprisonment not less than 1 year, up to 5 years, and fine.
Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class

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Sourced & verified

Source: NCRB, BPRD, jurigram.com, lawsikho.com, golegalconsultancy.com (all agree). 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 354?: IPC Section 354 (Assault or criminal force to woman with intent to outrage her modesty) corresponds to Section 74 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.
What is the punishment under BNS Section 74?: Imprisonment not less than 1 year, up to 5 years, and fine.
Is it bailable and cognizable?: Bailable: No. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class. Always verify against the bare Act.

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