In this article, we will introduce you to Section 69 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS Section 69). In today’s article we will talk about what is this section of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita? As we know that IPC has now been replaced by BNS. So let’s start.
Definition of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) Section 69
Sexual intercourse by employing deceitful means, etc- Whoever, by deceitful means or by making promise to marry to a woman without any intention of fulfilling the same, has sexual intercourse with her, such sexual intercourse not amounting to the offence of rape, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years and shall also be liable to fine.
Explanation- “deceitful means” shall include inducement for, or false promise of employment or promotion, or marrying by suppressing identity.
