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For gang rape of a woman aged eighteen or older, what is the penalty under section 70(1) of the…

Section 70(1) prescribes rigorous imprisonment for at least twenty years. The term can extend to the remainder of the offender’s natural life. A fine is also mandatory. The…

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For gang rape of a woman aged eighteen or older, what is the penalty under section 70(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023?

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Section 70(1) prescribes rigorous imprisonment for at least twenty years. The term can extend to the remainder of the offender’s natural life. A fine is also mandatory.

The fine must reasonably meet the victim’s medical and rehabilitation expenses and must be paid to the victim. Gang rape of a woman under eighteen is covered separately by section 70(2).

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Option A

Section 70(1) sets a twenty-year minimum, allows imprisonment for the remainder of natural life and requires a fine.

Option B

The minimum under section 70(1) is twenty years of rigorous imprisonment.

Option C

Section 70(1) requires a fine.

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Section 70(1) permits a term starting at twenty years. Imprisonment for natural life is the maximum.

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