Is IPC Section 418 still valid?

No. IPC Section 418 has been superseded by BNS Section 319 with effect from 1st July 2024. The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 replaces the Indian Penal Code, 1860 entirely.

What is Dhara 418 IPC in the new law?

Dhara (Section) 418 of IPC is now Dhara 319 of BNS (Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023). The new provision came into force on 1st July 2024.

IPC Section 418 vs BNS Section 319

Q: What is the equivalent of IPC Section 418 in BNS?

IPC Section 418 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 has been replaced by Section 319 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS), effective 1st July 2024.

Indian Penal Code, 1860 → Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (w.e.f. 1st July 2024)

Quick Answer

What is the equivalent of IPC Section 418 in BNS?

Section 418 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) has been replaced by Section 319 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS). This change took effect on 1st July 2024 when the three new criminal codes came into force.