SECTION 376D IPC - Indian Penal Code - Gang Rape [1]
Description
Where a woman is raped by one or more persons constituting a group or acting in furtherance of a common intention, each of those persons shall be deemed to have committed the offence of rape and shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than twenty years, but which may extend to life which shall mean imprisonment for the remainder of that person?s natural life, and with fine;
Provided that such fine shall be just and reasonable to meet the medical expenses and rehabilitation of the victim;
Provided further that any fine imposed under this section shall be paid to the victim.
1 Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013
| Offence | Punishment | Cognizance | Bail | Triable |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gang rape | Rigorous Imprisonment for 20 years to Imprisonment for Natural-Life + Fine paid to the victim | Cognizable | Non-bailable | Court of Session |
Offence : Gang rape
Punishment : Rigorous Imprisonment for 20 years to Imprisonment for Natural-Life + Fine paid to the victim
Cognizance : Cognizable
Bail : Non-bailable
Triable : Court of Session
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