Section 63 — Rape

Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

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A man is said to commit "rape" if he has sexual intercourse with a woman against her will, without her consent, or with consent obtained by coercion, fraud or when she is unable to consent.

In simple terms

Defines rape and the circumstances (absence of consent, coercion, fraud, incapacity) that constitute the offence.

Punishment

Rigorous imprisonment not less than 10 years, extendable to life, and fine.