Quick Navigation
Section 509 - Indian Penal Code, 1860
Indian Penal Code, 1860
509. Word, gesture or act intended to insult the modesty of a woman
Whoever, intending to insult the modesty of any woman, utters any word, makes any sound or gesture, or exhibits any object, 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 one year, or with fine, or with both.
Related Sections
- Section 64: Sentence of imprisonment for non-payment of fine
- Section 210: Fraudulently obtaining decree for sum not due
- Section 325: Punishment for voluntarily causing grievous hurt
- Section 456: Punishment for lurking house-trespass or house-breaking by night
- Section 171C: Undue influence at elections
Related Acts
* Only for reference.