Shah went on to state that the government has prioritised sections and chapters in accordance with the spirit of the Constitution. He stated that this change was long overdue, and highlighted that an entire chapter with 35 sections and 13 provisions has been added.
“Now, gang rape will attract 20 years imprisonment or life imprisonment. Rape of a minor will attract death penalty, a separate offence has been defined for sexual exploitation by concealing identity or making false promises. Provision has been made for recording the statement of the victim at her home in the presence of women officers and her own family. Apart from this, the facility of online FIR has also been provided. We believe that in this way, many women can be saved from embarrassment,” he said.
Source: Barandbench
