BNS Section 85: Husband or relative of husband of a woman subjecting her to cruelty
Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section N/A
Procedural Classification Summary
Cruelty by husband or relatives of husband (formerly 498A IPC)
Bailable: Non-bailable (Bail must be sought from the court)
Cognizable: Cognizable (Upon complaint filed by the aggrieved wife or relatives)
Triable by: Magistrate of the first class
Punishment: Imprisonment extending up to 3 years and a fine.
Official Legal Provision / Summary
No specific renumbering changes. Section included as is.