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1860 (Repealed)COMPLETE

IPC

The core substantive criminal law of India. Replaced by BNS in July 2024.

511 Enriched Sections
2024 (Active)ACTIVE

BNS

Modernized criminal code introducing community service and renumbering traditional IPC offences.

358 Enriched Sections
2024 (Active)ACTIVE

BNSS

Modernized procedural code replacing CrPC with digital-first investigation and trial protocols.

531 Enriched Sections
1973 (Transitioning)COMPLETE

CrPC

Governs the procedure for investigation and trial of criminal offences in India.

484 Sections
2024 (Active)ACTIVE

BSA

Modernized rules of evidence replacing IEA for contemporary judicial proceedings.

170 Sections
1872 / BSA 2024COMPLETE

IEA

Comprehensive rules on admissibility of electronic and traditional evidence.

167 Sections
1988 (Active)ACTIVE

MVA

Comprehensive laws governing road safety and traffic regulations in India.

217 Sections
1881 (Active)ACTIVE

NIA

Legal frameworks for financial instruments and check bounce cases.

148 Sections
2012 (Active)ACTIVE

POCSO

Special statutes for protecting children from sexual offences.

46 Sections
2016 (Active)ACTIVE

RERA

Real estate transparency laws and consumer protection protocols.

92 Sections

Legislative Calendar

JUL 01, 2024
BNS Comes into Force
DEC 25, 2023
Presidential Assent

Popular Sections

IPC 302-VS-BNS-103IPC 420-VS-BNS-318IPC 498A-VS-BNS-85IPC 376-VS-BNS-63

Legal Notice

Referencing old law is crucial for pending cases. IPC remains applicable for offences committed prior to July 1, 2024.