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Section 90 - Indian Penal Code, 1860
Indian Penal Code, 1860
90. Consent known to be given under fear or misconception
A consent is not such a consent as it intended by any section of this Code, if the consent is given by a person under fear of injury, or under a misconception of fact, and if the person doing the act knows, or has reason to believe, that the consent was given in consequence of such fear or misconception; or
Consent of insane person-
if the consent is given by a person who, from unsoundness of mind, or intoxication, is unable to understand the nature and consequence of that to which he gives his consent; or
Consent of child-
unless the contrary appears from the context, if the consent is given by a person who is under twelve years of age.
Related Sections
- Section 94: Act to which a person is compelled by threats
- Section 364A: Kidnapping for ransom, etc
- Section 387: Putting person in fear of death or of grievous hurt, in order to commit extortion
- Section 366A: Procuration of minor girl
- Section 178: Refusing oath or affirmation when duly required by public servant to make it
Related Acts
* Only for reference.