What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 354D?

IPC Section 354D (Stalking) corresponds to Section 78 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS Section 78?

Imprisonment up to 3 years (first conviction), and fine; up to 5 years for subsequent conviction.

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 354D in BNS: Section 78

Stalking

IPC

354D

BNS

Bailable: Depends on offenceCognizable: YesCompoundable: No

Offence: Stalking
Punishment: Imprisonment up to 3 years (first conviction), and fine; up to 5 years for subsequent conviction.
Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class
Note: Single-source mapping (jurigram.com).

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Sourced & verified

Source: jurigram.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 354D?: IPC Section 354D (Stalking) corresponds to Section 78 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.
What is the punishment under BNS Section 78?: Imprisonment up to 3 years (first conviction), and fine; up to 5 years for subsequent conviction.
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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