376ABPunishment for rape on woman under twelve years of age
1[376AB. Punishment for rape on woman under twelve years of age.-- Whoever, commits rape on a woman under twelve years of age shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than twenty years, but which may extend to imprisonment for life, which shall mean imprisonment for the remainder of that person's natural life, and with fine or with death:
Provided that such fine shall be just and reasonable to meet the medical expenses and rehabilitation of the victim:
Provided further that any fine imposed under this section shall be paid to the victim.]
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1. Ins. by s. 5, ibid., (w.e.f. 21-4-2018).
- 375 Rape
- 376 Punishment for rape
- 376A Punishment for causing death or resulting in persistent vegetative state of victim
- 376AB Punishment for rape on woman under twelve years of age
- 376B Sexual intercourse by husband upon his wife during separation
- 376C Sexual intercourse by a person in authority
- 376D Gang rape
- 376DA Punishment for gang rape on woman under sixteen years of age
- 376DB Punishment for gang rape on woman under twelve years of age
- 376E Punishment for repeat offenders