Section 398 BNSS: for the State with a view to ensure protection of the witnesses
Official criminal procedure provision under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023.
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This section details the statutory rules, frameworks, and procedures under Section 398 of the BNSS.
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This content is compiled from the official Gazette of India publication. For active legal actions, petitions, or filings, citizens are advised to cross-reference this clause with their legal advocate under the corresponding Sections of the BNSS 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What does BNSS Section 398 cover?
A: Section 398 of the BNSS 2023 deals with: "for the State with a view to ensure protection of the witnesses". It is part of India's updated criminal procedure law that replaced the old CrPC 1973, effective July 1, 2024.
Q: Which old CrPC section does BNSS Section 398 replace?
A: BNSS Section 398 ("for the State with a view to ensure protection of the witnesses") is part of the BNSS 2023 which replaced the entire CrPC 1973. Many sections were renumbered — use the Law Decoder for exact cross-references.
Q: Does BNSS Section 398 apply across all Indian states?
A: Yes. BNSS 2023 applies to the whole of India except Nagaland and specified tribal areas (per Section 1 BNSS). Section 398 ("for the State with a view to ensure protection of the witnesses") follows this national applicability.
Q: When did BNSS Section 398 come into effect?
A: The BNSS 2023 — including Section 398 ("for the State with a view to ensure protection of the witnesses") — came into effect on July 1, 2024, by Central Government notification in the Official Gazette.