1.2) Punishment for Rape (Section 64, BNS)
Punishment under Section 64, BNS
Section 64 provides punishment for committing the heinous crime of rape. This section is divided into two sub-sections.
1. Section 64(1):
Provides a minimum sentence of ten years of imprisonment that may extend to life imprisonment and fine.
Provides a minimum sentence of ten years of imprisonment that may extend to life imprisonment and fine.
2. Section 64(2):
Provides punishment not less than ten years of imprisonment but may extend to imprisonment for life which shall mean imprisonment for the remainder of that person's natural life and fine.
Provides punishment not less than ten years of imprisonment but may extend to imprisonment for life which shall mean imprisonment for the remainder of that person's natural life and fine.
?? Important Note
The law provides severe punishment for rape with a minimum sentence of 10 years imprisonment, reflecting the gravity of this crime. Life imprisonment can mean imprisonment for the remainder of the person's natural life in certain cases.