IPC 484 vs BNS 484
● Retained in BNSCounterfeiting or using a false stamp or mark
Section 484 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, deals with counterfeiting or using a false stamp, mark, or instrument with intent to defraud. This section targets fraudulent acts involving imitation or misuse of official marks and stamps, emphasizing protection of government revenue, public trust, and administrative integrity.
Key points:
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Applies when a person creates, possesses, or uses a false stamp or mark intending to deceive or defraud.
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Punishment: Imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both, reflecting the seriousness of the act.
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Protects official documents, governmental authority, and financial and legal integrity.
For example, using a forged revenue stamp to falsely validate a legal document constitutes an offence under IPC 484. This provision ensures strict deterrence against fraudulent acts compromising government instruments and public confidence.
Counterfeiting or using a false stamp or mark
Section 484 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, mirrors IPC 484, punishing acts where a person counterfeits, possesses, or uses a false stamp or mark with intent to defraud. This provision safeguards government authority, public revenue, and the integrity of official documents.
Key points:
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Covers creation, possession, or use of false stamps or marks for fraudulent purposes.
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Punishment: Imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both, same as IPC.
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Ensures accountability for acts that compromise public trust and official processes.
For instance, applying a forged revenue mark to secure illegal financial gain falls under BNS 484. This aligns with IPC 484 to protect governmental instruments and prevent fraud.
What changed?
This provision was carried over to the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita with substantially the same wording — the section was renumbered from IPC IPC 484 to BNS BNS 484.