The IPC 1860 was replaced by the BNS 2023 (in force 2024-07-01); no verified section mapping on file for Section 354B — confirm the corresponding provision (savings: Section 358, BNS 2023).
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.] CLASSIFICATION OF OFFENCE Punishment--Imprisonment of not less than 3 years but which may extend to 7 years and with fine--Cognizable--Non-bailable--Triable by any Magistrate. Inserted by Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013 (w.e.f. 03/02/2013).