Section 70 of BNS : Section 70: Gang rape.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

A group of four men, Raj, Amit, Suresh, and Vikram, conspired to rape a woman named Priya. They planned and executed the crime together, each playing a role in the assault. Under Section 70 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, all four men are considered to have committed the offence of gang rape. Each of them is subject to rigorous imprisonment for a term not less than twenty years, which may extend to life imprisonment, meaning they could be imprisoned for the rest of their natural lives. Additionally, they are required to pay a fine that is just and reasonable to cover Priya's medical expenses and rehabilitation. The fine collected will be paid directly to Priya.

Example 2:

A 16-year-old girl named Anjali was raped by a group of three men, Rohit, Manish, and Deepak, who acted together with a common intention. Since Anjali is under eighteen years of age, under Section 70 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita 2023, each of the three men is deemed to have committed the offence of gang rape. They are subject to life imprisonment, meaning they will be imprisoned for the remainder of their natural lives, or they could face the death penalty. Additionally, they must pay a fine that is just and reasonable to cover Anjali's medical expenses and rehabilitation. The fine collected will be paid directly to Anjali.