Question
Legal Studies Question on Indian Penal Code (IPC)
X intentionally pulls up a woman’s veil without her consent intending to annoy her. As per the Indian Penal Code, 1860 which of the following offence has he committed?
A
Hurt
B
Criminal force
C
Assault
D
Grievous hurt
Answer
Criminal force
Explanation
Solution
Under the IPC, criminal force is the intentional use of force on a person without consent, with intent to cause injury, fear, or annoyance. By pulling up the woman’s veil without her consent, X has committed the offence of criminal force.