IPC 397 vs BNS 397 – Robbery or Dacoity with Attempt to Cause Harm
Indian Penal Code (IPC)
Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)
Section: IPC 397
Robbery or dacoity, with attempt to cause death or grievous hurt
About IPC Section
Section 397 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, deals with robbery or dacoity committed while attempting to cause death or grievous hurt. This section highlights the seriousness of violent crimes where offenders not only commit theft but also intentionally attempt to harm or kill someone during the act.
Key points:
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Applies when a person commits robbery or dacoity and attempts to cause death or grievous hurt.
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Punishment: Rigorous imprisonment up to 10 years, and fine.
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Emphasizes protection against violent theft or robbery with intent to injure.
For example, if a person robs someone at knife-point and attempts to stab them, it falls under IPC 397. The law ensures strict accountability for violent crimes, particularly when life or physical integrity is at risk during robbery or dacoity.
Section: BNS 397
Robbery or dacoity, with attempt to cause death or grievous hurt
About BNS Section
Section 397 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, mirrors IPC 397. It punishes acts where a person commits robbery or dacoity while attempting to cause death or grievous hurt, maintaining the same scope and punishment as IPC 397.
Key points:
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Protects individuals from violent robbery or dacoity with intent to harm.
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Punishment remains rigorous imprisonment up to 10 years, and fine.
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Covers acts where offenders attempt to inflict serious injury during robbery.
For instance, threatening a victim with a deadly weapon while committing robbery falls under BNS 397. This provision ensures strong deterrence against violent theft and injury, fully aligning with IPC 397.