IPC Section 376AB

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S. 376 AB

Punishment for rape on woman under twelve years of age

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Whoever, commits rape on a woman under twelve years of age shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than twenty years, but which may extend to imprisonment for life, which shall mean imprisonment for the remainder of that person’s natural life, and with fine or with death:1
Provided that such fine shall be just and reasonable to meet the medical expenses and rehabilitation of the victim:
Provided further that any fine imposed under this section shall be paid to the victim.

1 Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2018

Classification u/schedule 1 CrPC

Offence

Punishment

Person committing an offence of rape on a woman under twelve years of age

Rigorous Imprisonment for 20 years to Imprisonment for Natural-Life + Fine or Death

Cognizance

Bail

Triable By

Cognizable

Non-bailable

Court of Session

Composition u/s 320 CrPC

Offence is NOT listed under Compoundable Offences

By Raman Devgan
Updated: 31 Oct 2022
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