IPC 118 → BNS 58: Concealing Design (Death)

Quick Summary: IPC 118 vs BNS 58

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, in force since 1 July 2024, has replaced the colonial-era Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860. IPC 118 (Concealing Design (Death)) is among the offences re-enacted by the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which reorganises and renumbers the old Indian Penal Code while keeping the core ingredients intact. Concealing Design (Death) now maps to BNS 58, and the position below reflects the current bare act.

What did IPC 118 cover?

IPC 118 dealt with concealing design (death) — concealing design to commit offence punishable with death or imprisonment for life. Until 30 June 2024, every FIR and criminal trial for this offence was registered and prosecuted under this provision of the Indian Penal Code 1860.

BNS 58: What changed in the new law?

No major change. From 1 July 2024, new complaints relating to concealing design (death) are filed under BNS Section 58, while cases registered earlier continue under the old IPC provision as per the saving clause of the BNS.

Punishment under BNS 58

Same

Practical implications for advocates, police & citizens

• Advocates: For concealing design (death), cite the current provision BNS 58 rather than the repealed IPC 118 in all matters arising on or after 1 July 2024.
• Police officers: Register new concealing design (death) FIRs under BNS 58; procedure follows the BNSS.
• Law students & citizens: Use the IPC 118 to BNS 58 mapping when checking your position on concealing design (death) under the new law.