What is the BNS equivalent of IPC 506?

IPC Section 506 (Criminal intimidation) corresponds to Section 351(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.

What is the punishment under BNS Section 351(2)?

Imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both; up to 7 years if the threat is to cause death or grievous hurt.

Is it bailable and cognizable?

Bailable: Yes. Cognizable: No. Triable by: Any Magistrate / Magistrate of the First Class (aggravated). Always verify against the bare Act.

IPC → BNS

IPC 506 in BNS: Section 351(2)

Criminal intimidation

IPC

506

BNS

351(2)

Bailable: YesCognizable: NoCompoundable: Yes

Offence: Criminal intimidation
Punishment: Imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both; up to 7 years if the threat is to cause death or grievous hurt.
Triable by: Any Magistrate / Magistrate of the First Class (aggravated)

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Sourced & verified

Source: NCRB, BPRD, jurigram.com, lawsikho.com, golegalconsultancy.com (all agree). 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 506?: IPC Section 506 (Criminal intimidation) corresponds to Section 351(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, which came into force on 1 July 2024.
What is the punishment under BNS Section 351(2)?: Imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both; up to 7 years if the threat is to cause death or grievous hurt.
Is it bailable and cognizable?: Bailable: Yes. Cognizable: No. Triable by: Any Magistrate / Magistrate of the First Class (aggravated). Always verify against the bare Act.

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