IPC, 1860 (Repealed / Historical Reference)
Chapter VI: Of Offences Against the State
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Section 124A: Sedition
Offences Against the State
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Historical Code Notice: The Indian Penal Code, 1860 was repealed with effect from 1 July 2024. For acts committed on or after 1 July 2024, please refer to the corresponding provision of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023.
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Statutory Legal Provision Text
Whoever, by words, either spoken or written, or by signs, or by visible representation, or otherwise, brings or attempts to bring into hatred or contempt, or excites or attempts to excite disaffection towards the Government established by law in India, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, to which fine may be added, or with imprisonment which may extend to three years, to which fine may be added, or with fine.
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Corresponding BNS (2023) Equivalent Provision
Modified Evolution
BNS Section 152 (Act endangering sovereignty, unity and integrity of India)
Statutory Transition Note: Colonial offence of Sedition (Section 124A IPC) repealed. Replaced with Section 152 BNS penalizing acts endangering sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India, specifically covering electronic communications and financial means.
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