Section 376 of IPC : Section 376: Punishment for rape

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, a 35-year-old man, forcibly engages in sexual intercourse with Priya, a 28-year-old woman, without her consent. Priya files a complaint against Ravi. Under Section 376(1) of the Indian Penal Code, Ravi is charged with rape. If found guilty, Ravi faces rigorous imprisonment for a term not less than ten years, which may extend to life imprisonment, and he may also be liable to pay a fine.

Example 2:

Inspector Sharma, a police officer, rapes a woman detainee in the police station where he is appointed. The woman files a complaint against Inspector Sharma. Under Section 376(2)(a)(i) of the Indian Penal Code, Inspector Sharma is charged with rape by a police officer within the limits of his police station. If found guilty, he faces rigorous imprisonment for a term not less than ten years, which may extend to life imprisonment, and he may also be liable to pay a fine.

Example 3:

Dr. Verma, a doctor at a government hospital, rapes a female patient who is admitted for treatment. The patient files a complaint against Dr. Verma. Under Section 376(2)(e) of the Indian Penal Code, Dr. Verma is charged with rape by a hospital staff member. If found guilty, he faces rigorous imprisonment for a term not less than ten years, which may extend to life imprisonment, and he may also be liable to pay a fine.

Example 4:

Amit, a 40-year-old man, repeatedly rapes his 15-year-old niece, who is under his guardianship. The niece reports the crime to the authorities. Under Section 376(3) of the Indian Penal Code, Amit is charged with raping a minor under sixteen years of age. If found guilty, Amit faces rigorous imprisonment for a term not less than twenty years, which may extend to life imprisonment, and he may also be liable to pay a fine. The fine imposed will be used to meet the medical expenses and rehabilitation of the victim.

Example 5:

During a communal riot, Raj, a member of a violent mob, rapes a woman from a different community. The woman files a complaint against Raj. Under Section 376(2)(g) of the Indian Penal Code, Raj is charged with rape committed during communal violence. If found guilty, he faces rigorous imprisonment for a term not less than ten years, which may extend to life imprisonment, and he may also be liable to pay a fine.