IPC · Indian Penal Code, 1860

Section 366 IPC

Kidnapping, abducting or inducing woman to compel her marriage, etc.

Offence

Whoever kidnaps or abducts any woman with intent that she may be compelled, or knowing it to be likely that she will be compelled, to marry any person against her will, or in order that she may be forced or seduced to illicit intercourse, or knowing it to be likely that she will be forced or seduced to illicit intercourse,

Punishment

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

Punishment summary

  • Imprisonment: ten years.
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FAQ — Section 366 IPC

Section 366 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 (IPC) deals with “Kidnapping, abducting or inducing woman to compel her marriage, etc.”. 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 ten 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.

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