Section 74 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 deals with assault or use of criminal force to Woman with intent to outrage her Modesty. Under the old law this was Section 354 of the IPC.
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Section 74 BNS - Assault or use of criminal force to Woman with intent to outrage her Modesty
- Act
- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
- Section
- 74 - Assault or use of criminal force to Woman with intent to outrage her Modesty
- Old provision
- Section 354 IPC
- Punishment
- Imprisonment for 1 year 5 years and fine.
- Cognizable?
- Cognizable.
- Bailable?
- Non-bailable.
- Triable by
- Any Magistrate.
Old law → Section 74 BNS
| Corresponds to | Change | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| Section 354 IPC | Renumbered, no change | No change. |
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