BNS section 295 to IPC section 299: No change
BNS section 295 maps to IPC section 299.
Description
Deliberate and malicious acts intended to outrage religious feelings of any class, by insulting its religion or religious beliefs. 295A Words “or through electronic means” are added .
Punishment
The available mapping record does not specify a punishment.
Notes
This section correspondence is a research aid, not a statement that the provisions are identical. Verify the current statutory text, commencement and case-specific applicability before relying on it.
Official Government of India source for the new criminal laws