Discuss the punishment provided under the Indian Penal Code for sexual intercourse by husband upon his wife during separation.

Question: Discuss the punishment provided under the Indian Penal Code for sexual intercourse by husband upon his wife during separation.

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Section 376B of the Indian Penal Code- Sexual intercourse by husband upon his wife during separation

Whoever has sexual intercourse with his own wife, who is living separately, whether under a decree of separation or otherwise, without her consent, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which shall not be less than two years but which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.

Explanation- In this section, “sexual intercourse” shall mean any of the acts mentioned in clauses (a) to (d) of Section 375.

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