CrPC Section 376
π Section 376 IPC β Punishment for rape
Text of Section 376 IPC:
"Whoever commits rape shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which shall not be less than seven years but which may extend to imprisonment for life, and shall also be liable to fine."
π Explanation of Section 376 IPC
β 1. Nature of Offence
Rape is a grave sexual offence.
It involves sexual intercourse with a woman without her consent or against her will.
β 2. Punishment
Minimum imprisonment of 7 years.
May extend to life imprisonment (which can mean imprisonment for the remainder of the offenderβs natural life).
Additionally, the offender is liable to pay a fine.
β 3. Legal Importance
The section establishes strict punishment to deter the offence of rape.
It reflects the seriousness of the crime in the eyes of the law.
β 4. Amendments
Over the years, Section 376 has been amended several times (especially after the 2012 Nirbhaya case) to include stricter provisions and wider definitions of rape.
β 5. Related Sections
Section 375 IPC defines what constitutes rape.
Section 376A to 376E deal with various aggravated forms of rape.
The CrPC contains procedural laws on how rape cases are investigated and tried (like Sections 164, 173, etc.).
π§ Summary
| Aspect | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Offence | Rape (sexual intercourse without consent) |
| Punishment | Minimum 7 years imprisonment, up to life imprisonment + fine |
| IPC Section | 376 |
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