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IPC Section 96 in BNS: Section 34

Things done in private defence

Section 96 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (Things done in private defence) corresponds to Section 34 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, in force from 1 July 2024.

Text of BNS Section 34

34, Nothing is an offence which is done in the exercise of the right of private defence.

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