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SECTION 376D IPC - Indian Penal Code - Gang Rape [1]


Last Updated: 01 May, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty


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  1. IPC 376D in Simple Words
  2. IPC Section 376D related FAQs
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.



IPC 376D in Simple Words

According to section 376D of the Indian Penal Code, if a woman is raped by a group of people acting together, each person involved will be considered as having committed the offense of rape and can be punished with rigorous imprisonment for at least twenty years, up to imprisonment for life, along with a fine, which will be used for the victim's medical expenses and rehabilitation.


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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



The law states that if a woman has been raped, by one or several people acting together or in support of a shared intention, then each of them is guilty of the rape. They are sentenced to a minimum of 20 years imprisonment, but can extend up to a maximum of 30 years.





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Frequently Asked Questions


What is Section 376db IPC?

Rape of a woman under 12 years old by gang. The sentence of life imprisonment is a punishment that includes the rest of the person's life, a fine or death.


What is Section 376b of the Penal Code?

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.


What is Section 376c IPC?

A person who is found guilty under section 376 (c) of forcing a woman to engage in sexual relations by using their authority will be sentenced to a minimum five-year prison term, which can be extended up to ten years, and also fined.