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Section 2 of POCSO : Section 2: Definitions

The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act, 2012

CHAPTER I: PRELIMINARY

Section 2: Definitions

(1) In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires, -

  • (a) "aggravated penetrative sexual assault" has the same meaning as assigned to it in section 5;
  • (b) "aggravated sexual assault" has the same meaning as assigned to it in section 9;
  • (c) "armed forces or security forces" means armed forces o

Explanation using examples

Imagine a scenario where a 17-year-old girl experiences unwanted sexual advances from her stepfather within their home. This situation could invoke

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