IPC → BNS
IPC 83 in BNS: Section 21
Act of a child above seven and under twelve of immature understanding
IPC
83
BNS
21
Under the Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 83 dealt with “Act of a child above seven and under twelve of immature understanding”. Since the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 came into force on 1 July 2024, the corresponding provision is Section 21 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 83?
- IPC Section 83 (Act of a child above seven and under twelve of immature understanding) corresponds to Section 21 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 79 → BNS 17 · Act done by person justified or by mistake believing himself justified by law
- IPC 80 → BNS 18 · Accident in doing a lawful act
- IPC 81 → BNS 19 · Act likely to cause harm without criminal intent to prevent other harm
- IPC 82 → BNS 20 · Act of a child under seven years of age
- IPC 84 → BNS 22 · Act of a person of unsound mind
- IPC 85 → BNS 23 · Act of person incapable of judgment by reason of involuntary intoxication
- IPC 86 → BNS 24 · Offence requiring particular intent or knowledge committed when intoxicated
- IPC 87 → BNS 25 · Act not intended and not known to be likely to cause death or grievous hurt done by consent