Causing miscarriage without woman’s consent

Whoever commits the offence under section 86 without the consent of the woman, whether the woman is quick with child or not, shall be punished with imprisonment for life, or with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.

BNSS Classification

• Imprisonment for life, or imprisonment for 10 years and fine.
• Cognizable
• Non-bailable
• Triable by Court of Session