Death caused by act done with intent to cause miscarriage

(1) Whoever, with intent to cause the miscarriage of a woman with child, does any act which causes the death of such woman, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.

(2) Where the act referred to in sub-section (1) is done without the consent of the woman, shall be punishable either with imprisonment for life, or with the punishment specified in said sub-section.

Explanation

It is not essential to this offence that the offender should know that the act is likely to cause death.

BNSS Classification

• 90(1) – Imprisonment for 10 years and fine.
• 90(2) – Imprisonment for life, or as above.
• Non-cognizable
• Non-bailable
• Triable by Court of Session