Explanation
The provision of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) that provides for punishment for buying a human being as a slave is Section 370.
Section 370 of the IPC deals with the offense of "Trafficking of Persons" and covers various forms of trafficking, including buying or selling of human beings.
Under Section 370, the act of buying a human being as a slave or engaging in any transaction involving human trafficking is considered a criminal offense. The section recognizes the serious nature of this crime and aims to prevent and punish such acts.
The punishment for offenses under Section 370 can vary depending on the specific circumstances and gravity of the offense. The section also provides for enhanced punishment if the offense involves trafficking of a minor or if it is committed by a public servant or an organized criminal syndicate.
