Section 66 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023: Severe Punishment for Rape Leading to Death or Persistent Vegetative State
Section 66 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, imposes rigorous imprisonment for life or death penalty, with a fine, for rape causing death or a persistent vegetative state. It underscores stringent measures to address extreme sexual violence, prioritizing victim justice and deterrence of heinous crimes.