IPC → BNS
IPC 370A in BNS: Section 144
Exploitation of a trafficked person
IPC
370A
BNS
144
Under the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 370A dealt with “Exploitation of a trafficked person”. Since the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 came into force on 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 144 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 370A?
- IPC Section 370A (Exploitation of a trafficked person) corresponds to Section 144 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 367 → BNS 140(4) · Kidnapping or abducting in order to subject person to grievous hurt slavery etc.
- IPC 368 → BNS 142 · Wrongfully concealing or keeping in confinement kidnapped or abducted person
- IPC 369 → BNS 97 · Kidnapping or abducting child under ten years with intent to steal from its person
- IPC 370 → BNS 143 · Trafficking of person
- IPC 371 → BNS 145 · Habitual dealing in slaves
- IPC 372 → BNS 98 · Selling minor for purposes of prostitution etc.
- IPC 373 → BNS 99 · Buying minor for purposes of prostitution
- IPC 374 → BNS 146 · Unlawful compulsory labour