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SECTION 90 IPC - Indian Penal Code - Consent known to be given under fear or misconception
Last Updated: 01 Dec, 2024
By Advocate Chikirsha Mohanty
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Consent of insane personif the consent is given by a person who, from unsoundness of mind, or intoxication, is unable to understand the nature and consequence of that to which he gives his consent; or
Consent of child unless the contrary appears from the context, if the consent is given by a person who is under twelve years of age.
IPC 90 in Simple Words
In simple words, Section 90 of the Indian Penal Code states that certain types of consent are not considered valid, such as consent given under fear, misconception, by an insane person, or by a child under twelve years old.
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