IPC → BNS
IPC 359 in BNS: Section 137(1)(a)
Kidnapping
IPC
359
BNS
137(1)(a)
Under the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 359 dealt with “Kidnapping”. Since the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 came into force on 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 137(1)(a) 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 359?
- IPC Section 359 (Kidnapping) corresponds to Section 137(1)(a) 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 355 → BNS 133 · Assault or criminal force with intent to dishonour person otherwise than on grave provocation
- 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 360 → BNS 137(1)(a) · Kidnapping from India
- IPC 361 → BNS 137(1)(b) · Kidnapping from lawful guardianship
- IPC 362 → BNS 138 · Abduction
- IPC 363 → BNS 137(2) · Punishment for kidnapping