Chapter XVI — OF OFFENCES AFFECTING THE HUMAN BODY Of offences affecting life

Section 354BAssault or use of criminal force to woman with intent to disrobe

Section 354B: Assault or use of criminal force to woman with intent to disrobe

354B. Assault or use of criminal force to woman with intent to disrobe

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.