IPC → BNS
IPC 360 in BNS: Section 137(1)(a)
Kidnapping from India
IPC
360
BNS
137(1)(a)
Under the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 360 dealt with “Kidnapping from India”. 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 360?
- IPC Section 360 (Kidnapping from India) 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 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
- IPC 361 → BNS 137(1)(b) · Kidnapping from lawful guardianship
- IPC 362 → BNS 138 · Abduction
- IPC 363 → BNS 137(2) · Punishment for kidnapping
- IPC 363A → BNS 139 · Kidnapping or maiming a minor for purposes of begging