BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 76 BNS

Assault or use of criminal force to woman with intent to disrobe

Offence

Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any woman or abets such act with the intention of disrobing or compelling her to be naked,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which shall not be less than three years but which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: a term which shall not be less than three years but which may extend to seven years.
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FAQ — Section 76 BNS

Section 76 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Assault or use of criminal force to woman with intent to disrobe”. This page explains the offence (if any), punishment, and links to Vaksera petition formats.

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which shall not be less than three years but which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.

No. Vaksera provides a drafting reference and petition formats only. Always verify the current bare act and local court practice.

Statute summaries on Vaksera are for advocate drafting reference only, not legal advice. Verify the current bare act and court rules before filing.