Section 84 of BNS : Section 84: Enticing or taking away or detaining with criminal intent a married woman.
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Explanation using Example
Example 1:
Ravi, knowing that Priya is married to Suresh, convinces her to leave her home and come with him to another city. Ravi's intention is to have an illicit relationship with Priya. When Suresh finds out, he reports the matter to the police. Under Section 84 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, Ravi can be charged for enticing away a married woman with criminal intent and could face imprisonment for up to two years, a fine, or both.
Example 2:
Anil, aware that Meera is married to Raj, offers her a job in another city. However, Anil's real intention is to detain Meera and force her into an illicit relationship. Meera's family, suspecting foul play, informs the authorities. Anil can be prosecuted under Section 84 of The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023 for detaining a married woman with the intent of having illicit intercourse, and he could be sentenced to up to two years in prison, fined, or both.