Section 354B of The Indian Penal Code, 1860 View Chapter 16

Assault or use of criminal force to woman with intent to disrobe

Of Criminal Force and Assault

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1[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.]

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Footnote-

1. Ins. by Act 13 of 2013, s. 7 (w.e.f. 3-2-2013)