IPC → BNS
IPC 355 in BNS: Section 133
Assault or criminal force with intent to dishonour person otherwise than on grave provocation
IPC
355
BNS
133
Under the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 355 dealt with “Assault or criminal force with intent to dishonour person otherwise than on grave provocation”. Since the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 came into force on 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 133 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 355?
- IPC Section 355 (Assault or criminal force with intent to dishonour person otherwise than on grave provocation) corresponds to Section 133 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 354A → BNS 75 · Sexual harassment and punishment for sexual harassment
- IPC 354B → BNS 76 · Assault or use of criminal force to woman with intent to disrobe
- IPC 354C → BNS 77 · Voyeurism
- IPC 354D → BNS 78 · Stalking
- IPC 356 → BNS 134 · Assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a person
- IPC 357 → BNS 135 · Assault or criminal force in attempt wrongfully to confine a person
- IPC 358 → BNS 136 · Assault or criminal force on grave provocation
- IPC 359 → BNS 137(1)(a) · Kidnapping