Navigating the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS / BNSS / BSA) Section Converter
Instantly cross-reference IPC to BNS, CrPC to BNSS, and IEA to BSA with bailable/cognizable classifications and statutory punishments.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Open BNS Converter from More Menu
Tap 'More' from the bottom navigation bar and select 'BNS / BNSS / BSA Section Converter'.
Select Law Category Toggle
Choose between Penal Law (IPC ↔ BNS), Criminal Procedure (CrPC ↔ BNSS), or Law of Evidence (IEA ↔ BSA).
Search by Old Section or Offence Title
Type the section number (e.g. '420', '302', '376', '437') or keywords (e.g. 'Cheating', 'Bail', 'Murder', 'FIR', 'Electronic Evidence').
Review New Statutory Section & Procedural Nature
The converter instantly displays the corresponding new section (e.g. IPC 420 → BNS 318(4); CrPC 437/439 → BNSS 480/482; IEA 65B → BSA 63) along with bailable/non-bailable, cognizable/non-cognizable flags, and prescribed punishment.
Copy or Attach to Case Draft
Tap 'Copy Section Summary' to paste directly into your petition, bail application, or legal opinion memo.
Expected Outcome
Accurate transition from colonial penal statutes to the newly enforced criminal laws with zero courtroom citation errors.
Important Points & Common Pitfalls
- Assuming all sections map 1-to-1 without verifying sub-clause distinctions (e.g. BNS 318 sub-sections for cheating).