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SECTION 376B IPC - Indian Penal Code - Sexual intercourse by husband upon his wife during separation [1]
Last Updated: 01 Apr, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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Explanations
- In this section, “sexual intercourse” shall mean any of the acts mentioned in clauses (a) to (d) of section 375.
IPC 376B in Simple Words
According to section 376B of the Indian Penal Code, if a man has sexual intercourse with his own wife who is living separately, without her consent, he can be punished with imprisonment for a term of two to seven years and may also be liable to pay a fine.
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sexual intercourse by husband upon his wife during separation | 2 to 7 years + Fine | Cognizable (on complaint of victim) | Bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Sexual intercourse by husband upon his wife during separation
Punishment : 2 to 7 years + Fine
Cognizance : Cognizable (on complaint of victim)
Bail : Bailable
Triable : Court of Session
Anyone who has sexual relations with their own spouse, living apart, under a separation decree or not, without her consent is punished by imprisonment for two years maximum, but it can be extended to seven.
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