IPC 114→BNS 54

IPC 114 to BNS 54: Abettor present when offence is committed

Section 114 IPC (1860) replaced by Section 54 BNS (2023)

View IPC Section 114 →View BNS Section 54 →

IPC 114 to BNS 54 at a Glance

Section 114 IPC (Abettor present when offence is committed) is now Section 54 BNS, in force from 1 July 2024. What changed is set out below.

What Changed From IPC 114 to BNS 54?

Section 114 IPC is replaced by Section 54 BNS. The heading, statutory words and legal effect are preserved without alteration.

IPC 114 vs BNS 54: Comparison Table

AspectIPC 1860 (repealed)BNS 2023 (in force)
Section11454
OffenceAbettor present when offence is committedSame
PunishmentThe punishment for the act or offence committed, since the abettor is deemed to have committed it.Same
FineThe fine provided for that offence, where it carries one.Same
BailNon-BailableSame
CognizanceNon-CognizableSame
CompoundableCompoundableSame
Triable ByCourt by which offence abetted is triableSame

IPC 114 and BNS 54: Bare Act Text Side by Side

IPC 1860 (repealed)

Section 114, IPC 1860

114. Abettor present when offence is committed.—Whenever any person, who is absent would be liable to be punished as an abettor, is present when the act or offence for which he would be punishable in consequence of the abetment is committed, he shall be deemed to have committed such act or offence.
BNS 2023 (in force)

Section 54, BNS 2023

Whenever any person, who is absent would be liable to be punished as an abettor, is present when the act or offence for which he would be punishable in consequence of the abetment is committed, he shall be deemed to have committed such act or offence.

Ingredients: IPC 114 vs BNS 54

Under IPC 114
  1. The accused committed prior acts of abetment by instigation, conspiracy or intentional aid
  2. The accused would be liable to punishment as an abettor even if he had been absent
  3. The act or offence abetted was committed in consequence of that abetment
  4. The accused was physically present at the scene when that act or offence was committed
Under BNS 54
  1. Prior abetment of an offence by instigation, conspiracy or aid
  2. Establishment that the accused would be liable as an abettor if absent
  3. Commission of the abetted offence
  4. Presence of the abettor at the time and place of commission
  5. Deemed liability as a principal perpetrator of the offence

What IPC 114 to BNS 54 Means for Pending Cases

For Section 114 IPC (now Section 54 BNS): under Section 54 BNS, the deemed liability of an abettor present at the scene of the crime remains identical to Section 114 IPC. The prosecution must establish prior abetment sufficient to convict in absence plus presence at execution. A charge for an act done after the BNS came into force cites Section 54 BNS.

FAQs: IPC 114 to BNS 54

What changed from Section 114 IPC in Section 54 BNS?▼

Section 54 BNS retains the exact heading and statutory text of Section 114 IPC without alteration. The legal standard deeming a present abettor to be a principal offender continues unchanged.

Where does Section 114 IPC sit in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita?▼

It sits in Section 54 BNS, in Chapter IV, Of Abetment, Criminal Conspiracy and Attempt.

Does Section 114 IPC or Section 54 BNS apply to an act done before 1 July 2024?▼

Section 114 IPC. Section 358 BNS repealed the IPC from 1 July 2024 but saves any liability already incurred under it, so an act done before that date is still dealt with under Section 114 IPC. Section 54 BNS governs acts done on or after 1 July 2024.

Disclaimer: This comparison is for informational purposes only. The new criminal laws came into effect on 1 July 2024. Consult a qualified advocate for legal advice.

Sources: Indian Penal Code, 1860 · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 · Last updated: 16 Oct 2026 ·