Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita — Section 79

Whoever, intending to insult the modesty of any woman, utters any words, makes

79. Whoever, intending to insult the modesty of any woman, utters any words, makes any sound or gesture, or exhibits any object in any form, intending that such word or sound shall be heard, or that such gesture or object shall be seen, by such woman, or intrudes upon the privacy of such woman, shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years, and also with fine.

Of offences relating to marriage

Dowry death.

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Consideration Issue arose whether the High Court erred in granting bail & Anr. v. State of Rajasthan & Ors.Supreme Court of India · 09 Jan 2026

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