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Sexual Offences

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The Indian Penal Code (IPC), which carries legal penalties, defines several sexual offences. The following are some of the most well-known sexual offences covered by the IPC:

  1. Rape (Section 375): Sexual activity that takes place without a woman’s consent is referred to as rape. The punishment for rape can range from imprisonment for a term that may extend to seven years, to imprisonment for life, along with a fine.
  2. Sexual harassment (Section 354A): Any unwanted sexually explicit physical, verbal, or nonverbal behavior is considered sexual harassment. The punishment for sexual harassment can range from imprisonment for a term that may extend to three years, to a fine, or both.
  3. Sexual assault (Section 354): Any intentional physical contact with a person’s privates without the person’s consent is considered a sexual assault. The punishment for sexual assault can range from imprisonment for a term that may extend to two years, to a fine, or both.
  4. Voyeurism (Section 354C): Voyeurism is the act of observing or photographing a woman doing a private act against her consent. The punishment for voyeurism can range from imprisonment for a term that may extend to three years, to a fine, or both.
  5. Stalking (Section 354D): The term “stalking” refers to any act of following or making contact with a woman despite obvious indifference and causing her worry or distress. The punishment for stalking can range from imprisonment for a term that may extend to three years, to a fine, or both.
  6. Child sexual abuse (Section 376AB and 376DA): Various sexual offenses against children are recognized by the IPC, including penetrative sexual assault, sexual assault, and sexual harassment. The punishment for child sexual abuse can range from imprisonment for a term that may extend to life, along with a fine.

Punishment of Sexual Offences under IPC

  1. Rape – Section 376, IPC
  • Punishment: imprisonment for a term not less than 10 years but which may extend to life imprisonment, and shall also be liable to fine.
  1. Sexual harassment – Section 354A, IPC
  • Punishment: imprisonment for a term up to 3 years and/or fine.
  1. Voyeurism – Section 354C, IPC
  • Punishment: imprisonment for a term up to 3 years and/or fine.
  1. Stalking – Section 354D, IPC
  • Punishment: imprisonment for a term up to 3 years and/or fine.

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