Under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) 2023, which section replaced the former IPC Section 304A (causing death by negligence)?

• A BNS Section 106 ✓
• B BNS Section 105
• C BNS Section 112
• D BNS Section 125

Explanation

BNS Section 106 corresponds to the former IPC Section 304A — causing death by a rash or negligent act not amounting to culpable homicide. BNS Section 106(1) retains the original provision (imprisonment up to 2 years, fine, or both); BNS Section 106(2) is a new addition specifically addressing hit-and-run cases by drivers who flee the scene without reporting to police, providing for enhanced punishment of up to 10 years' imprisonment. This is directly relevant to medico-legal practice as negligence complaints against doctors fall under BNS 106(1).

Reference: The Essentials of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology (Narayan Reddy), 34th ed.

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