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    Question

    Which of the following is an essential element under

    Section 74 (Assault or criminal force to outrage modesty)?
    A The victim must suffer physical injury Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The offender must have an intent or knowledge of likely outrage to modesty Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The woman must file a written complaint Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D There must be a witness to the incident Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E The offender must be known to the victim Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    As per Section 74, “Whoever assaults or uses criminal force to any woman, intending to outrage or knowing it to be likely that he will thereby outrage her modesty…” Hence, intent or knowledge is a key ingredient of the offence.

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