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BNS Section 76

Assault or use of criminal force to woman with intent to disrobe

Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any woman or abets such act with the intention of disrobing or compelling her to be naked, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which shall not be less than three years but which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.


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Key Points on BNS-76

BNS-76 pertains to offenses involving physical assault or the use of criminal force against a woman with the intent to disrobe or compel her to be naked.

1. Acts Constituting the Offense:
 

  • Assault or Criminal Force: This involves using physical force or threats of violence against a woman.
     

  • Intention to Disrobe: The act is specifically targeted at forcing or coercing the woman to remove her clothes or to appear naked.
     

2. Punishments:
 

  • Imprisonment: The offense is punishable by imprisonment of either description for a term ranging from a minimum of three years to a maximum of seven years.
     

  • Imprisonment of Either Description: This refers to imprisonment with or without hard labor.
     

  • Fine: Offenders are also liable to pay a fine in addition to imprisonment.
     

3. Definitions:
 

  • Assault: Involves physical violence or the threat of physical violence directed at the woman.
     

  • Criminal Force: Refers to the use of force or violence that is unlawful and intended to intimidate or harm.
     

  • Disrobing or Nakedness: The primary intention of the act must be to forcefully remove the woman's clothing or make her appear naked.
     

4. Objective:
 

  • Protection of Dignity: The section aims to safeguard the dignity and personal integrity of women by punishing those who use force or criminal activities to violate their modesty and bodily autonomy.
     

BNS-76 ensures stringent penalties for individuals who assault or use force with the specific intent of disrobing a woman, thereby protecting women's rights and personal dignity.


Section 76 BNS

Offence : Assault or use of criminal force to woman with intent to disrobe.


Punishment : Imprisonment for not less than 3 years but which may extend to 7 years and fine.


Cognizable or Non-cognizable : Cognizable.


Bailable or Non-bailable : Non-bailable.


By what Court triable : Court of Session.




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