Section 2 of IRWPA : Section 2: Definitions

Explanation using Example

Let's consider a hypothetical scenario to understand the application of the definitions provided in Section 2 of The Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986:

Imagine a company called "GlamCosmetics" decides to launch a new lipstick line. They create a print advertisement showing a woman in a suggestive pose with zoomed-in images focusing on her lips in a manner that is explicitly sexualized. The advertisement is printed on flyers (notices) and distributed in public areas and also appears on large billboards (visible representations) with bright lights.

Here's how the Act applies:

• The "advertisement" would include the flyers and billboards used by GlamCosmetics to promote the lipstick.
• If GlamCosmetics also distributes free samples of the lipstick in public, this would be considered "distribution" as per the Act.
• The portrayal of the woman in the advertisement could be considered an "indecent representation of women" if it is seen as derogatory or likely to corrupt public morality.
• The information about the lipstick printed on the packaging would be the "label".
• The boxes or containers that the lipstick comes in would be referred to as the "package".
• Any rules that need to be followed by GlamCosmetics in this context would be those "prescribed" by the authorities under this Act.

If the advertisement is found to be indecent as per the Act, the company could face legal action for violating the law.