What is BNS Section 178(6) in IPC?

Q: What is BNS Section 178(6) in IPC?

BNS Section 178(6) (178(Explanation (5))) now corresponds to IPC Section 248 — 248. Altering appearance of coin with intent that it shall pass as coin of different description.. The text is substantially unchanged.

The text is substantially unchanged

BNS Section 178(6) is now IPC Section 248

178(Explanation (5))

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Old law

BNS §178(6)

178(Explanation (5))

178. Explanation (5) the offence of “counterfeiting coin” includes diminishing the weight or alteration of the composition, or alteration of the appearance of the coin.

248. Altering appearance of coin with intent that it shall pass as coin of different description.

248. Whoever performs on any coin any operation which alters the appearance of that coin, with the intention that the said coin shall pass as a coin of a different description, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine.