Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita

Chapter 5

Offences against Woman & Child

Section 86Cruelty Defined

Description

For the purposes of section 85, “cruelty” means— (a) any wilful conduct which is of such a nature as is likely to drive the woman to commit suicide or to cause grave injury or danger to life, limb or health (whether mental or physical) of the woman; or (b) harassment of the woman where such harassment is with a view to coercing her or any person related to her to meet any unlawful demand for any property or valuable security or is on account of failure by her or any person related to her to meet such demand.

📖 Understanding This Section

This section is part of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Chapter 5 (Offences against Woman & Child). Legal provisions are subject to interpretation by courts and may be amended by legislation. For specific legal advice regarding this section, please consult a qualified legal professional.