Section 228A of IPC : Section 228A: Disclosure of identity of the victim of certain offences, etc

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

A local newspaper in Mumbai publishes an article about a recent rape case under Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code. The article includes the name and photograph of the victim. This act of publishing the victim's identity is a violation of Section 228A of the Indian Penal Code. The editor of the newspaper can be punished with imprisonment for up to two years and may also be liable to pay a fine.

Example 2:

A social media influencer in Delhi shares a post on their platform discussing a sexual assault case under Section 376D. The post includes details that reveal the identity of the victim, such as the victim's name and address. This disclosure is illegal under Section 228A. The influencer can face imprisonment for up to two years and may also be fined.

Example 3:

A police officer in Chennai, while investigating a case under Section 376C, releases a press statement that includes the victim's name. However, this disclosure was made in good faith for the purposes of the investigation and was authorized in writing by the officer-in-charge of the police station. In this scenario, the police officer is not liable for punishment under Section 228A due to the excepti...

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