Section 376 of IPC : Section 376: Punishment for rape

IPC

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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:

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