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As per new Indian Criminal law, IPC Section 26 has been replaced with BNS Section 2 with effect from July 1, 2024.

Please refer to BNS 2 for updated procedures & punishments.

A person is said to have “reason to believe” a thing, if he has sufficient cause to believe that thing but not otherwise.

 


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Frequently Asked Questions


What is Section 26 of the IPC?

If a person has a good reason to believe something, but no other reason to do so, then he is said to be a believer.


What is Section 26 A?

The Code Of Criminal Procedure 1973, Section 26(a). The Indian Penal Code (45) of 1860 allows for any offense to be brought before the High Court or the Court of Session. The Court of Session or the High Court can try any offence under the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860).


What is Section 27 of the IPC?

What is Section 27?