BNS · Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023

Section 88 BNS

Causing miscarriage

Offence

Whoever voluntarily causes a woman with child to miscarry, shall, if such miscarriage be not caused in good faith for the purpose of saving the life of the woman, be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine, or with both; and, if the woman be quick with child,

Punishment

shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.

Explanation

—A woman who causes herself to miscarry, is within the meaning of this section.

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: seven years.
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FAQ — Section 88 BNS

Section 88 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (BNS) deals with “Causing miscarriage”. 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 may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine. Explanation —A woman who causes herself to miscarry, is within the meaning of this section.

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.