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Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code
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About — Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code
Section 376 of the Indian Penal Code defines the offence of rape, prescribing rigorous imprisonment of up to life imprisonment and a fine. It is a cornerstone provision in India's criminal law, shaping legal responses to sexual violence. For example, the 2012 Delhi gang‑rape case led to a landmark conviction under this section.