The IPC 1860 was replaced by the BNS 2023 (in force 2024-07-01); no verified section mapping on file for Section 246 — confirm the corresponding provision (savings: Section 358, BNS 2023).
Whoever fraudulently or dishonestly performs on any coin any operation which diminishes the weight or alters the composition of that coin, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine. Explanation:- A person who scoops out part of the coin and puts anything else into the cavity alters the composition of that coin. CLASSIFICATION OF OFFENCE Punishment--Imprisonment for 3 years and fine--Cognizable--Non-bailable--Triable by Magistrate of the first class--Non-compoundable.