BNS Section 74: Assault or use of criminal force to woman with intent to outrage her modesty
Equivalent Legacy Law: IPC Section 354
Procedural Classification Summary
Assault or use of criminal
Bailable: Non-bailable (Bail can only be granted by the Judiciary)
Cognizable: Cognizable (Police can arrest without warrant)
Triable by: Any Magistrate
Punishment: Imprisonment for 1 yearforce to woman with intent which may extend to to outrage her modesty.5 years and fine
Official Legal Provision / Summary
No change.