IPC 73 → BNS 11: Solitary Confinement

Quick Summary: IPC 73 vs BNS 11

The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, in force since 1 July 2024, has replaced the colonial-era Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860. IPC 73 (Solitary Confinement) 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. Solitary Confinement now maps to BNS 11, and the position below reflects the current bare act.

What did IPC 73 cover?

IPC 73 dealt with solitary confinement — rules regarding solitary confinement. 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 11: What changed in the new law?

No major change. From 1 July 2024, new complaints relating to solitary confinement are filed under BNS Section 11, while cases registered earlier continue under the old IPC provision as per the saving clause of the BNS.

Punishment under BNS 11

Same

Practical implications for advocates, police & citizens

• Advocates: For solitary confinement, cite the current provision BNS 11 rather than the repealed IPC 73 in all matters arising on or after 1 July 2024.
• Police officers: Register new solitary confinement FIRs under BNS 11; procedure follows the BNSS.
• Law students & citizens: Use the IPC 73 to BNS 11 mapping when checking your position on solitary confinement under the new law.