What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 505?

IPC Section 505 (Statements conducing to public mischief) corresponds to Section 353 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS Section 353?

Imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both (higher for communally-charged statements).

Is it bailable and cognizable?

Bailable: Yes. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class. Always verify against the bare Act.

IPC → BNS

IPC 505 in BNS: Section 353

Statements conducing to public mischief

IPC

505

BNS

353

Bailable: YesCognizable: YesCompoundable: No

Offence: Statements conducing to public mischief
Punishment: Imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both (higher for communally-charged statements).
Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class

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Sourced & verified

Source: NCRB comparative table. 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 505?: IPC Section 505 (Statements conducing to public mischief) corresponds to Section 353 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.
What is the punishment under BNS Section 353?: Imprisonment up to 3 years, or fine, or both (higher for communally-charged statements).
Is it bailable and cognizable?: Bailable: Yes. Cognizable: Yes. Triable by: Magistrate of the First Class. Always verify against the bare Act.

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