IPC 356→BNS 134

IPC 356 to BNS 134: Assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a person

Section 356 IPC (1860) replaced by Section 134 BNS (2023)

View IPC Section 356 →View BNS Section 134 →

IPC 356 to BNS 134 at a Glance

Section 356 IPC (Assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a person) is now Section 134 BNS, in force from 1 July 2024. Under the BNS it is bailable and cognizable. What changed is set out below.

What Changed From IPC 356 to BNS 134?

Section 356 IPC is succeeded by Section 134 BNS. The statutory text, the elements of assault or criminal force in attempting theft of property worn or carried, and the punishment of imprisonment of either description up to two years, or fine, or both, remain identical in substance.

IPC 356 vs BNS 134: Comparison Table

AspectIPC 1860 (repealed)BNS 2023 (in force)
Section356134
OffenceAssault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a personSame
PunishmentImprisonment of either description for a term extending up to two years under both codes.Same
FineFine, instead of or in addition to imprisonment under both codes.Same
BailBailableSame
CognizanceCognizableSame
CompoundableNon-CompoundableSame
Triable ByAny MagistrateSame

IPC 356 and BNS 134: Bare Act Text Side by Side

IPC 1860 (repealed)

Section 356, IPC 1860

356. Assault or criminal force in attempt to commit theft of property carried by a person.—Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person, in attempting to commit theft on any property which that person is then wearing or carrying, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.
BNS 2023 (in force)

Section 134, BNS 2023

Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any person, in attempting to commit theft on any property which that person is then wearing or carrying, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.

Ingredients: IPC 356 vs BNS 134

Under IPC 356
  1. The property was then being worn or carried by the person
  2. The accused attempted to commit theft of that property
  3. The accused assaulted or used criminal force to the person in the course of that attempt
Under BNS 134
  1. Assaulting or using criminal force to any person
  2. Attempting to commit theft of property which that person is then wearing or carrying
  3. Punishment of imprisonment extending up to two years, or fine, or both, under Section 134 BNS

What IPC 356 to BNS 134 Means for Pending Cases

For Section 356 IPC (now Section 134 BNS): under Section 134 BNS, the offence and punishment are unchanged, so a charge for an act done after the BNS came into force cites Section 134 BNS and is framed on the same elements as before.

FAQs: IPC 356 to BNS 134

What changed between Section 356 IPC and Section 134 BNS?▼

The statutory definition, legal elements, and penalty of imprisonment up to two years, or fine, or both, remain identical. Section 134 BNS carries forward the offence without change.

Where is Section 356 IPC located in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita?▼

Section 356 IPC is codified as Section 134 BNS, in Chapter VI, Of Offences Affecting the Human Body, under the sub-heading Of criminal force and assault.

Does Section 356 IPC or Section 134 BNS apply to an act done before 1 July 2024?▼

Section 356 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 356 IPC. Section 134 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 ·