IPC Section 366B: Importation Of Girl From Foreign Country
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IPC Section 366B: Importation Of Girl From Foreign Country
Whoever imports into 1 India from any country outside India 2 or from the State of Jammu and Kashmir any girl under the age of twenty-one years with intent that she may be, or knowing it to be likely that she will be, forced or seduced to illicit intercourse with another person, 3 *** shall be punishable with imprisonment which may extend to ten years and shall shall also be liable to fine.
Amendments
- The words “British India” have successively been subs. by the A. O. 1948, the A. O. 1950 and Act 3 of 1951, s. 3 and the Sch., to read as above.
- Ins. by Act 3 of 1951, s. 3 and the Sch.
- Certain words omitted by s. 3 and the Sch., ibid.
-Text In Indian Penal Code
Offence | Importation of girl from foreign country |
Punishment | 10 Years + Fine |
Cognizance | Cognizable |
Bail | Non-bailable |
Triable By | Court of Session |
Offence Compoundable | Offence is NOT Compoundable |
