513. For the purposes of this Chapter, unless the context otherwise requires, "period of limitation" means the period specified in section 514 for taking cognizance of an offence.
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
Section 513: Definitions
Chapter XXXVIII — Limitation for Taking Cognizance of Certain Offences
Source: official text of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (Ministry of Home Affairs).