Topic-Wise Test 2: Offenses Against Women & Children (Sections 79-87, BNS, 2023)

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Topic-Wise Test 2: Offenses Against Women & Children (Sections 79-87, BNS, 2023)

(Judicial Services Preliminary Examination – Rajasthan)

Instructions:

  • Total Questions: 10

  • Each question has one correct answer.

  • Explanations provided for every question.

Q1. Which section of BNS, 2023 defines the offense of rape?

a) Section 75
b) Section 79
c) Section 81
d) Section 85

✅ Answer: (b) Section 79
Explanation: Section 79 defines rape, replacing IPC Section 375, with some modifications in terminology and punishment.

Q2. Under Section 79 of BNS, 2023, which of the following is NOT a valid defense against a rape charge?

a) Consent given under fear of death
b) Consent given by a woman under 18 years of age
c) Consent given during a medical examination
d) Both (a) and (b)

✅ Answer: (d) Both (a) and (b)
Explanation: Consent given under coercion (fear of death) or by a minor is not considered valid consent under Section 79.

Q3. Which section deals with gang rape in BNS, 2023?

a) Section 80
b) Section 82
c) Section 83
d) Section 85

✅ Answer: (a) Section 80
Explanation: Gang rape is covered under Section 80, with harsher punishments than individual rape cases.

Q4. Which section of BNS, 2023 specifically criminalizes acid attacks?

a) Section 79
b) Section 82
c) Section 83
d) Section 87

✅ Answer: (b) Section 82
Explanation: Section 82 criminalizes acid attacks and attempted acid attacks, with severe punishment including life imprisonment.

Q5. Which of the following actions is covered under Section 83 of BNS, 2023?

a) Stalking
b) Voyeurism
c) Cyberstalking
d) All of the above

✅ Answer: (d) All of the above
Explanation: Section 83 includes stalking, cyberstalking, and voyeurism, broadening the scope of these offenses compared to IPC.

Q6. Which section in BNS, 2023 deals with marriage fraud?

a) Section 79
b) Section 82
c) Section 85
d) Section 87

✅ Answer: (c) Section 85
Explanation: Section 85 introduces "marriage fraud," including deceitful marriage promises and concealment of marital status.

Q7. Which of the following is NOT a condition for the offense of stalking under Section 83 of BNS, 2023?

a) Repeated attempts to contact a woman despite her disinterest
b) Following a woman physically or digitally without consent
c) Sending a single text message to a woman
d) Monitoring her online activity without consent

✅ Answer: (c) Sending a single text message to a woman
Explanation: Stalking requires repeated conduct, not just a single attempt to contact or message a woman.

Q8. What is the minimum punishment for gang rape under Section 80 of BNS, 2023?

a) 10 years imprisonment
b) 12 years imprisonment
c) 20 years imprisonment
d) Life imprisonment

✅ Answer: (c) 20 years imprisonment
Explanation: Section 80 prescribes a minimum of 20 years rigorous imprisonment for gang rape.

Q9. Under BNS, 2023, who can be prosecuted under Section 87 for human trafficking?

a) Only the person directly selling or purchasing a trafficked person
b) Only intermediaries arranging trafficking deals
c) Anyone involved in recruiting, transporting, or harboring trafficked individuals
d) Only those who traffic minors

✅ Answer: (c) Anyone involved in recruiting, transporting, or harboring trafficked individuals
Explanation: Section 87 covers all persons participating in any stage of human trafficking.

Q10. Which new provision has been added in BNS, 2023 to expand protections against sexual offenses?

a) Separate punishment for marriage fraud
b) Stricter punishment for acid attacks
c) Explicit inclusion of digital stalking
d) All of the above

✅ Answer: (d) All of the above
Explanation: BNS, 2023 has strengthened laws related to women’s safety by introducing digital stalking, harsher acid attack penalties, and marriage fraud.

Results & Analysis:

  • 10/10: Outstanding! You have excellent command over this topic.

  • 8-9/10: Very Good! Just a bit more revision needed.

  • 6-7/10: Good, but improve understanding of key sections.

  • Below 6: Needs improvement—focus on sections 79-87 in detail.

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