Environment And Road Safety Education And Violence Against Women And Children And Drug Abuse 2019 Exam With Answers

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What is the punishment prescribed for committing an offence of assault or use of criminal force to women with intent to disrobe ?

A: Shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which shall not be less than three years but which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine
B: Punish with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to five years or fine or both
C: Punish with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to seven years and shall also be liable to fine
D: Punish with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to five years and shall also be liable to fine

The answer is: A

Explanation

Any man who assaults or uses criminal force to any woman or abets such act with the intention of disrobing or compelling her to be naked, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which shall not be less than three years but which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.