● Modified in BNS
Section 499 IPC defined defamation (with its explanations and ten exceptions), and Section 500 punished it with simple imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both.
BNS Section 356 consolidates the definition, exceptions and punishment of defamation in one section. Punishment: simple imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine, or both, or community service.
Definition and exceptions retained; consolidated with the punishment into BNS 356, and community service added as a sentencing option.
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