What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 354A?

IPC Section 354A (Sexual harassment) corresponds to Section 75 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS Section 75?

Imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both (up to 1 year for certain limbs).

Is it bailable and cognizable?

Bailable: Depends on offence. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class. Always verify against the bare Act.

IPC → BNS

IPC 354A in BNS: Section 75

Sexual harassment

IPC

354A

BNS

Bailable: Depends on offenceCognizable: YesCompoundable: No

Offence: Sexual harassment
Punishment: Imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both (up to 1 year for certain limbs).
Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class

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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 354A?: IPC Section 354A (Sexual harassment) corresponds to Section 75 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.
What is the punishment under BNS Section 75?: Imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both (up to 1 year for certain limbs).
Is it bailable and cognizable?: Bailable: Depends on offence. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class. Always verify against the bare Act.

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