The IPC 1860 was replaced by the BNS 2023 (in force 2024-07-01); no verified section mapping on file for Section 366A — confirm the corresponding provision (savings: Section 358, BNS 2023).
Whoever, by any means whatsoever, induces any minor girl under the age of eighteen years to go from any place or to do any act with intent that such girl may be, or knowing that it is likely that she will be, forced or seduced to illicit intercourse with another person shall be punishable with imprisonment which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine. CLASSIFICATION OF OFFENCE Punishment--Imprisonment for 10 years and fine--Cognizable--Non-bailable--Triable by Court of Session--Non-compoundable.