{"id":10303,"date":"2024-09-28T20:58:00","date_gmt":"2024-09-28T15:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/?post_type=bns_section&#038;p=10303"},"modified":"2025-10-06T13:14:53","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T07:44:53","slug":"bns-178","status":"publish","type":"bns_section","link":"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/mr\/bns_section\/bns-178\/","title":{"rendered":"BNS 178 : Counterfeiting coin, government stamps, currency-notes or bank-notes."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Introduction_of_Section__BNS\">Introduction of BNS 178<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The stability of a nation\u2019s financial system depends on the integrity of its currency and official instruments. To protect this, Section 178 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, criminalizes the <strong>counterfeiting of coins, government stamps, currency notes, and banknotes<\/strong>. Counterfeiting strikes at the root of economic trust and is therefore treated as a serious offence, carrying severe punishments including life imprisonment. By defining \u201ccoin\u201d and \u201cbank-note\u201d and by prescribing strict penalties, this section ensures that India\u2019s financial and administrative credibility is safeguarded against fraud and manipulation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The provision replaces and consolidates multiple sections from the <strong>Indian Penal Code (IPC)<\/strong> such as <strong>Sections 232, 255, and 489A<\/strong>, which earlier dealt separately with counterfeiting coins, stamps, and currency notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 178 replaces the old Indian Penal Code (IPC)&nbsp;Section 171-H.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-table-of-content ultp-block-7e342d\"><div class=\"ultp-block-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-block-toc\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-header\"><div class=\"ultp-toc-heading\">Table of Contents<\/div><div class=\"ultp-collapsible-toggle  ultp-collapsible-right\"><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-open\" href=\"javascript:;\">[Open]<\/a><a class=\"ultp-collapsible-text ultp-collapsible-hide\" href=\"javascript:;\">[Close]<\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ultp-block-toc-style1 ultp-block-toc-body\" style=\"display:block;\"><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#Introduction_of_Section__BNS\">Introduction of BNS 178<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#What_is_section__of_BNS_?\">What is BNS Section 178 ?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Under_Section_178_of_the_bns_act_2023\">Under Section 178 of the bns act 2023<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Section__BNS_Overview\">Section 178 BNS Overview<\/a><ul class=\"ultp-toc-lists\"><li><a href=\"#_Key_Points_of_BNS_Section__\">10 Key Points of BNS Section 178 <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#BNS__Punishment\">BNS 178 Punishment<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#BNS__bailable_or_not_?\">BNS 178 bailable or not ?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Bharatiya_Nyaya_Sanhita_Section_\">Comparison Table \u2013 BNS Section 178 vs IPC Provisions<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#If_you_need_support_with_court_proceedings_or_any_other_legal_matters,_don\u2019t_hesitate_to_reach_out_for_assistance\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#If_you_need_support_with_court_proceedings_or_any_other_legal_matters,_don\u2019t_hesitate_to_reach_out_for_assistance\">Need Legal Support?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"What_is_section__of_BNS_?\">What is BNS Section 178 ?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>BNS Section 178 addresses the <strong>counterfeiting<\/strong> of government-issued or authorized coins, stamps, and notes. It criminalizes any act of making, altering, or reproducing fake versions of these items with the intent to deceive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"605\" src=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/BNS-178_11zon-1024x605.avif\" alt=\"BNS 178 - Counterfeiting Coins, Stamps, and Notes\" class=\"wp-image-10466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/BNS-178_11zon-1024x605.avif 1024w, https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/BNS-178_11zon-300x177.avif 300w, https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/BNS-178_11zon-768x454.avif 768w, https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/BNS-178_11zon-1536x907.avif 1536w, https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/BNS-178_11zon-jpg.avif 1869w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">BNS 178 punishes counterfeiting coins, stamps, notes<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Under_Section_178_of_the_bns_act_2023\">BNS 178 counterfeiting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p><strong>Whoever counterfeits, or knowingly performs any part of the process of counterfeiting, any coin, government stamp, currency-note or bank-note shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Explanation 1<\/strong> \u2013 The expression <em>\u201cbank-note\u201d<\/em> means a promissory note or engagement for the payment of money to the bearer on demand, issued by any bank, authority, or sovereign power, and intended to be used as equivalent to or as a substitute for money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Explanation 2<\/strong> \u2013 The expression <em>\u201ccoin\u201d<\/em> means any metal stamped and issued by the authority of any sovereign power in order to be used as money, and includes metal which is a legal tender under the Coinage Act, 2011.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Explanation of Section 178<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Section 178 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023, criminalises <strong>counterfeiting of coins, government stamps, currency notes, and banknotes<\/strong>. It is one of the strictest provisions because counterfeiting threatens <strong>economic stability, public trust, and national security<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What is Counterfeiting?<\/strong><br>Counterfeiting means making, altering, or imitating a genuine item (coin, stamp, or note) to deceive people into believing it is real.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Covers Coins, Stamps, and Notes Together<\/strong><br>Unlike the IPC (where coins, stamps, and notes were separate provisions), BNS 178 <strong>consolidates them into one section<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Participation in the Process<\/strong><br>Even if a person does not complete the counterfeiting act but assists or contributes knowingly (e.g., by supplying materials, machines, or designs), they are guilty under this section.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Definitions<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bank-note<\/strong> \u2192 Any instrument promising payment on demand (domestic or foreign), intended as a substitute for money.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coin<\/strong> \u2192 Any stamped piece of metal issued by authority, including those under the <strong>Coinage Act, 2011<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Punishment<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Life imprisonment<\/strong>, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Imprisonment up to <strong>10 years<\/strong>, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fine<\/strong> (amount decided by court).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Offence Classification<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cognizable<\/strong> \u2192 Police can arrest without a warrant.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Non-bailable<\/strong> \u2192 Bail is not a right; court decides based on seriousness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Non-compoundable<\/strong> \u2192 Cannot be settled privately between parties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trial by Court of Session<\/strong> \u2192 Handled only by higher courts due to seriousness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Elements of Section 178<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Counterfeiting Act<\/strong> \u2192 Making or imitating coins, stamps, or notes to pass them off as genuine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Knowingly Assisting<\/strong> \u2192 Anyone knowingly aiding the process is equally guilty.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Covers Multiple Instruments<\/strong> \u2192 Consolidates offences relating to coins, government stamps, and currency notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Severe Punishment<\/strong> \u2192 Life imprisonment or up to 10 years + fine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bank-note Defined Broadly<\/strong> \u2192 Includes domestic and foreign notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Coin Defined<\/strong> \u2192 As per Coinage Act, 2011; includes legal tender metal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stamp Counterfeiting<\/strong> \u2192 Altering a stamp of one denomination to appear as another is included.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cognizable<\/strong> \u2192 Ensures swift police action.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Non-bailable<\/strong> \u2192 Accused cannot secure bail easily.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tried by Sessions Court<\/strong> \u2192 Reflects the gravity of the offence.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Examples of BNS Section 178<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example 1 \u2013 Printing Fake Notes:<\/strong><br>A person sets up a press to print \u20b9500 notes that look identical to genuine ones. Even if only part of the printing is completed, this is counterfeiting under Section 178, punishable with life imprisonment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example 2 \u2013 Altering Stamps:<\/strong><br>An individual modifies a \u20b95 government revenue stamp to look like a \u20b950 stamp. This alteration is counterfeiting of government stamps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example 3 \u2013 Coin Tampering:<\/strong><br>Someone takes \u20b91 coins and modifies their weight\/appearance to resemble \u20b910 coins. This act is counterfeiting coins under Section 178.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example 4 \u2013 Supplying Materials:<\/strong><br>A person knowingly supplies special ink and paper for fake notes. Even if they don\u2019t print the notes, they are guilty for assisting in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Why Section 178 is Important<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Protects National Economy<\/strong> \u2192 Fake currency destabilises financial systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prevents Revenue Loss<\/strong> \u2192 Stops counterfeiting of revenue stamps used in taxation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Strengthens Legal Framework<\/strong> \u2192 Replaces scattered IPC sections (232, 255, 489A) with one strong section.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Deters Organised Crime<\/strong> \u2192 Severe penalties discourage criminals and terror networks that fund activities with counterfeit currency.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Upholds Public Trust<\/strong> \u2192 Citizens\u2019 confidence in money and government-issued instruments remains intact.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Section__BNS_Overview\">Section 178 BNS Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 178 deals with <strong>counterfeiting<\/strong> of government-issued currency, coins, stamps, or notes. Counterfeiting is a serious offense because it undermines the financial integrity of the nation. This section outlines the offense, the terms related to it, and the punishments for engaging in any form of counterfeiting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"_Key_Points_of_BNS_Section__\">10 Key Points of BNS Section 178 <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Offense of Counterfeiting:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>BNS 178 criminalizes the act of counterfeiting any coin, stamp issued by the government, or currency notes\/banknotes. This includes not only the creation of fake items but also knowingly participating in any part of the process of counterfeiting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Example<\/strong>: If someone prints fake currency notes or helps modify a coin to make it look like a different one, they are committing this offense.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Broad Scope of Counterfeiting:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The scope of counterfeiting under BNS 178 is broad. It doesn&#8217;t just apply to full counterfeiting but also to anyone involved in <strong>any part of the process<\/strong>. Even those assisting the counterfeiter with knowledge of the illegal activity are considered guilty.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Example<\/strong>: A person who provides machinery or materials used for making counterfeit notes is as culpable as the one printing the notes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bank-Notes Definition:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The section defines &#8220;bank-note&#8221; as <strong>any promissory note<\/strong> or an engagement issued for the payment of money to a bearer on demand. It could be issued by a banking institution anywhere in the world or by a sovereign authority.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Important Aspect<\/strong>: Any instrument intended to act as a substitute for money is considered a bank-note. It covers both domestic and international fake notes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Coin Definition:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Under this section, &#8220;coin&#8221; refers to any metal that is stamped and issued by a sovereign authority for use as money. It includes <strong>coins as defined in the Coinage Act, 2011<\/strong>, and covers <strong>metal used as legal tender<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Example<\/strong>: Tampering with the composition or the appearance of an official coin is considered counterfeiting, even if it&#8217;s a slight alteration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Counterfeiting Government Stamps:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The section defines the specific offense of <strong>counterfeiting government stamps<\/strong>. It includes causing a stamp of one denomination to appear as a stamp of a different denomination.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Example<\/strong>: Modifying a \u20b95 revenue stamp to look like a \u20b910 stamp would fall under this offense.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"6\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Counterfeiting Coins:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This specific subsection covers counterfeiting coins, where someone makes a <strong>genuine coin appear like a different coin<\/strong> to deceive others. This includes tampering with the coin\u2019s weight, appearance, or material composition.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Example<\/strong>: If a \u20b91 coin is made to look like a \u20b910 coin by changing its weight or appearance, it is considered counterfeiting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"7\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Punishment for Counterfeiting:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The punishment for counterfeiting under BNS 178 is severe. It includes <strong>imprisonment for life<\/strong> or <strong>imprisonment up to 10 years<\/strong>, and the offender will also be liable to a fine.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Reason for Severity<\/strong>: The punishment reflects the gravity of the offense, as counterfeiting impacts national economic stability and can be used to finance illegal activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"8\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cognizable Offense:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>BNS 178 is classified as a <strong>cognizable offense<\/strong>, meaning the police have the authority to arrest the accused without a warrant. Immediate action is allowed due to the seriousness of the crime.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why It&#8217;s Important<\/strong>: Swift police action is essential to stop the spread of counterfeit currency or stamps that could further damage the economy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"9\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Non-Bailable Offense:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Section 178 is <strong>non-bailable<\/strong>, which means that the accused does not have the right to secure bail easily. The court has to consider various factors and evidence before granting bail.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Why Non-Bailable?<\/strong> The non-bailable nature of the offense reflects the potential risk the accused may pose to society and the economy if they are released.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"10\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Trial by Court of Session:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The case for an offense under BNS 178 will be tried in a <strong>Court of Session<\/strong>. Given the severity of the crime, only higher courts have the jurisdiction to handle these cases, ensuring that the judicial process is thorough and stringent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Significance<\/strong>: Courts of Session handle more serious offenses, ensuring that cases involving national financial fraud are dealt with by experienced judges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"BNS__Punishment\">BNS 178 Punishment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Punishment<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Under Section 178, the punishment for counterfeiting coins, government stamps, currency notes, or banknotes is either <strong>life imprisonment<\/strong> or <strong>imprisonment up to 10 years<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fine<\/strong>:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In addition to imprisonment, the offender is <strong>liable to pay a fine<\/strong>. The fine amount is not specified in the section and is decided by the court depending on the severity and scale of the offense.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"605\" src=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/178-BNS-Punishment_11zon-1024x605.avif\" alt=\"BNS 178 Punishmnt - Life Imprisonment or Fine\" class=\"wp-image-10485\" srcset=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/178-BNS-Punishment_11zon-1024x605.avif 1024w, https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/178-BNS-Punishment_11zon-300x177.avif 300w, https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/178-BNS-Punishment_11zon-768x454.avif 768w, https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/178-BNS-Punishment_11zon-1536x907.avif 1536w, https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/178-BNS-Punishment_11zon-jpg.avif 1869w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Punishment under BNS 178 includes life imprisonment<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"BNS__bailable_or_not_?\">BNS 178 bailable or not ?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Non-bailable<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>BNS Section 178 is a <strong>non-bailable offense<\/strong>, meaning that bail is not granted automatically. The accused can only be released on bail under special circumstances, and the decision rests with the court.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Bharatiya_Nyaya_Sanhita_Section_\">Comparison Table \u2013 BNS Section 178 vs IPC Provisions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<!-- Responsive wrapper for mobile-friendly table -->\n<div style=\"overflow-x:auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch; margin:1em 0;\">\n  <table role=\"table\" style=\"width:100%; min-width:700px; border-collapse:collapse; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size:15px;\">\n    <caption style=\"text-align:left; font-weight:700; padding:8px 0;\">\n      Comparison: BNS Section 178 vs IPC Sections (171H, 232, 255, 489A)\n    <\/caption>\n    <thead>\n      <tr style=\"background:#f6f6f6;\">\n        <th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\">Aspect<\/th>\n        <th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\">BNS Section 178<\/th>\n        <th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\">IPC 171H<\/th>\n        <th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\">IPC 232<\/th>\n        <th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\">IPC 255<\/th>\n        <th scope=\"col\" style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; text-align:left;\">IPC 489A<\/th>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/thead>\n    <tbody>\n      <tr>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; font-weight:600;\">Offence<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Making or helping to make fake coins, stamps, or currency notes.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Making or spending money on elections without written permission of a candidate.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Making or helping to make fake coins.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Making or helping to make fake government stamps.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Making or helping to make fake currency notes or banknotes.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n\n      <tr style=\"background:#fafafa;\">\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; font-weight:600;\">Scope<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">One section for all types of counterfeiting (coins, stamps, notes).<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Only about election expenses, not counterfeiting.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Only about fake coins.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Only about fake government stamps.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Only about fake paper money or banknotes.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n\n      <tr>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; font-weight:600;\">Punishment<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Life imprisonment or up to 10 years in jail + fine.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Fine up to \u20b9500 (in old law).<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Life imprisonment or up to 10 years + fine.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Life imprisonment or up to 10 years + fine.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Life imprisonment or up to 10 years + fine.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n\n      <tr style=\"background:#fafafa;\">\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; font-weight:600;\">Cognizable?<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Yes \u2013 police can arrest without a warrant.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">No \u2013 police need court permission.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Yes \u2013 police can arrest without a warrant.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Yes \u2013 police can arrest without a warrant.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Yes \u2013 police can arrest without a warrant.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n\n      <tr>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; font-weight:600;\">Bailable?<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">No \u2013 the court decides on bail.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Yes \u2013 bail can be given.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">No \u2013 bail not given easily.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">No \u2013 bail not given easily.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">No \u2013 bail not given easily.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n\n      <tr style=\"background:#fafafa;\">\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; font-weight:600;\">Compoundable?<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">No \u2013 cannot be settled privately.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">No \u2013 cannot be settled privately.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">No \u2013 cannot be settled privately.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">No \u2013 cannot be settled privately.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">No \u2013 cannot be settled privately.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n\n      <tr>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; font-weight:600;\">Trial Court<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Court of Session (higher court).<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Magistrate of the First Class.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Court of Session.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Court of Session.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Court of Session.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n\n      <tr style=\"background:#fafafa;\">\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd; font-weight:600;\">Key Difference \/ Note<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">BNS 178 joins all old counterfeiting laws into one simple section.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Not about counterfeiting \u2013 only about election spending.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Covered only fake coins.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Covered only fake stamps.<\/td>\n        <td style=\"padding:10px; border:1px solid #ddd;\">Covered only fake notes or banknotes.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody>\n  <\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>BNS Section 178 FAQs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\" data-mobilecollapse=\"false\" data-desktopcollapse=\"false\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"true\">\n<div id=\"What_is_BNS_Section_178?\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>What is BNS Section 178?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\">\n\n<p>BNS Section 178 deals with the offense of <strong>counterfeiting coins, stamps, currency notes, or banknotes<\/strong> issued by the government or any sovereign authority. It defines the act of counterfeiting and prescribes strict punishments for it.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"What_are_the_punishments_under_BNS_Section_178?\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>What are the punishments under BNS Section 178?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-1-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\">\n\n<p>The punishments include <strong>imprisonment for life<\/strong>, or <strong>imprisonment for up to 10 years<\/strong>, along with a <strong>fine<\/strong>. The severity of the punishment reflects the serious nature of the crime.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"Is_counterfeiting_under_BNS_Section_178_a_bailable_offense?\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Is counterfeiting under BNS Section 178 a bailable offense?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-2-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\">\n\n<p>No, counterfeiting under this section is a <strong>non-bailable offense<\/strong>. This means that the accused cannot get bail easily and the court will decide based on the circumstances and severity of the crime.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"Can_the_police_arrest_without_a_warrant_under_BNS_Section_178?\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Can the police arrest without a warrant under BNS Section 178?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down open\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-3-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\">\n\n<p>Yes, it is a <strong>cognizable offense<\/strong>, meaning the police can arrest the accused without needing a warrant. This allows for immediate legal action to prevent further harm caused by counterfeit items.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"What_constitutes_counterfeiting_a_coin?\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-4-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>What constitutes &#8216;counterfeiting a coin&#8217;?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-4-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\">\n\n<p>Counterfeiting a coin involves making a <strong>genuine coin appear like a different coin<\/strong> through changes in weight, material, or appearance. Any tampering with the coin\u2019s official form with the intent to deceive is counterfeiting.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n<div id=\"Which_court_handles_cases_under_BNS_Section_178?\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-5-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\" tabindex=\"0\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\" style=\"color: #000000; \"><strong>Which court handles cases under BNS Section 178?<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-5-635ae413-84f2-4583-bfc4-09fab1d4d560\">\n\n<p>Cases under this section are tried in a <strong>Court of Session<\/strong>. This ensures that a higher court deals with the offense, reflecting the seriousness of counterfeiting offenses in India.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"If_you_need_support_with_court_proceedings_or_any_other_legal_matters,_don\u2019t_hesitate_to_reach_out_for_assistance\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>BNS Section 178 provides a consolidated and modernized framework to deal with <strong>counterfeiting of coins, stamps, and currency notes<\/strong>. Unlike the IPC, which spread these offences across different provisions, the BNS unifies them under a single section with clear definitions and stringent punishment. By prescribing life imprisonment or up to 10 years along with fines, the law underscores the seriousness of counterfeiting and its potential threat to national economic security. The non-bailable and cognizable nature of this offence ensures swift action and strong deterrence, reinforcing India\u2019s commitment to protecting the integrity of its currency and financial instruments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"If_you_need_support_with_court_proceedings_or_any_other_legal_matters,_don\u2019t_hesitate_to_reach_out_for_assistance\"><strong>Need Legal Support?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re facing court proceedings, marriage-related issues, or any legal matter, our team at <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/lawyer-help-1\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Marriage Solution \u2013 Lawyer Help<\/a><\/strong> is ready to guide you. Just complete our easy online enquiry form, and we\u2019ll connect you with the right legal assistance tailored to your needs. helpful. By completing our enquiry form and submitting it online, we can provide customized guidance to navigate through the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Finished with BNS 178 ? Continue exploring the next provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023. Each section includes explanations, examples, and plain-language breakdowns for easy understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>BNS 179 : Using as genuine, forged or counterfeit coin, Government stamp, currency-notes or bank notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-179\/\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-179\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BNS 180 : Possession of forged or counterfeit coin, Government stamp, currency-notes or bank-notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-180\/\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-180\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BNS 181 : Making or possessing instruments or materials for forging or counterfeiting coin, Government stamp, currency notes or bank-notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-181\/\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-181\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BNS 182 : Making or using documents resembling currency-notes or bank-notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-182\/\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-182\/<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BNS 183 : Effacing writing from substance bearing Government stamp, or removing from document a stamp used for it, with intent to cause loss to Government.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-183\/\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns_section\/bns-183\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Full IPC Section List:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/ipc-section-list\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/ipc-section-list<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>All Indian Law &amp; Blogs:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/indian-law\/\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/indian-law\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Full BNSS Section List:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bnss_section-list\">https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bnss_section-list<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"bns-index\"> \r\n  <h2>BNS Chapter Index<\/h2>\r\n  <table>\r\n    <tr><th>Chapter<\/th><th>Title<\/th><th>Sections<\/th><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter I<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-1-preliminary-bns-01-03\/\">Preliminary<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 1 \u2013 3<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter II<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-2-punishments-bns-04-13\/\">Punishments<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 4 \u2013 13<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter III<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-3-general-exceptions-bns-14-44\/\">General Exceptions<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 14 \u2013 44<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter IV<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-4-abetment-conspiracy-attempt-bns-45-62\/\">Abetment, Criminal Conspiracy And Attempt<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 45 \u2013 62<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter V<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-5-offences-women-children-bns-63-99\/\">Offences Against Women And Children<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 63 \u2013 99<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter VI<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-6-offences-human-body-bns-100-146\/\">Offences Affecting The Human Body<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 100 \u2013 146<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter VII<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-7-offences-against-state-bns-147-158\/\">Offences Against The State<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 147 \u2013 158<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter VIII<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-8-offences-army-navy-airforce-bns-159-168\/\">Offences Relating To The Army, Navy And Air Force<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 159 \u2013 168<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter IX<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-9-offences-elections-bns-169-177\/\">Offences Relating To Elections<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 169 \u2013 177<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter X<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-10-offences-coin-currency-stamps-bns-178-188\/\">Offences Relating To Coin, Currency Notes, Bank Notes, And Government Stamps<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 178 \u2013 188<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XI<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-11-offences-public-tranquility-bns-189-197\/\">Offences Against The Public Tranquility<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 189 \u2013 197<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XII<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-12-of-offences-against-the-public-tranquility-bns-198-to-bns-205\/\">Offences Against The Public Tranquility<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 198 \u2013 205<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XIII<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-13-contempts-lawful-authority-bns-206-226\/\">Contempts Of The Lawful Authority Of Public Servants<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 206 \u2013 226<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XIV<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-14-false-evidence-public-justice-bns-227-269\/\">False Evidence And Offences Against Public Justice<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 227 \u2013 269<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XV<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-15-offences-public-health-safety-morals-bns-270-297\/\">Offences Affecting The Public Health, Safety, Convenience, Decency And Morals<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 270 \u2013 297<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XVI<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-16-offences-religion-bns-298-302\/\">Offences Relating To Religion<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 298 \u2013 302<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XVII<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-17-offences-property-bns-303-334\/\">Offences Against Property<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 303 \u2013 334<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XVIII<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-18-offences-documents-property-marks-bns-335-350\/\">Offences Relating To Documents And To Property Marks<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 335 \u2013 350<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XIX<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-19-criminal-intimidation-defamation-bns-351-357\/\">Criminal Intimidation, Insult, Annoyance, Defamation, Etc.<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 351 \u2013 357<\/td><\/tr>\r\n    <tr><td>Chapter XX<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/marriagesolution.in\/bns-chapter-20-repeal-savings-bns-358\/\">Repeal And Savings<\/a><\/td><td>BNS 358<\/td><\/tr>\r\n  <\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\r\n<style>\r\n.bns-index{max-width:850px;margin:auto;padding:10px;font-family:sans-serif}\r\n.bns-index h2{text-align:center;font-size:18px;margin:10px 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