IPC 345 vs BNS 345 – Wrongful Confinement for Malicious Purpose
Indian Penal Code (IPC)
Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)
Section: IPC 345
Wrongful Confinement for Wrongful Purpose
About IPC Section
Section 345 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, deals with cases where a person wrongfully confines another with a wrongful or malicious intent, but not necessarily for extortion. This section focuses on confinement committed for any illegal or malicious purpose.
Key points:
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The act involves detaining or restricting someone’s movement against their will.
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The intent may be malicious, vindictive, or unlawful.
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Punishment: Imprisonment up to 1 year, or fine, or both.
For example, if a person confines someone out of spite, revenge, or to annoy them, it falls under IPC 345. This section ensures accountability for acts that unlawfully restrict personal liberty for wrongful purposes.
Section: BNS 345
Wrongful Confinement for Wrongful Purpose
About BNS Section
Section 345 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, mirrors IPC 345. It punishes acts where a person wrongfully confines another with malicious or unlawful intent, restricting their freedom of movement.
Key points:
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Covers acts of detention with wrongful purpose, even without extortion.
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Punishment: Imprisonment up to 1 year, or fine, or both.
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Protects individuals from unlawful restriction of liberty for malicious or illegal motives.
For instance, locking someone in a room out of revenge or malice qualifies under BNS 345. This ensures continuity in legal protection against wrongful confinement for improper purposes.