August 9, 2025

BNS Section 96 – Procuration of child

Amit Kapoor03 mins

IPC Section – 366A

Cognizable offence
punishable with imprisonment for ten years and fine.\
Note: Minor girl has been replaced with Child to made
the offence gender neutral

Procuration of child

Whoever, by any means whatsoever, induces any child below the age of eighteen years to go from any place or to do any act with intent that such child below the age of eighteen years may be, or knowing that it is likely that such child will be, forced or seduced to illicit intercourse with another person shall be punishable with imprisonment which may extend to ten years, and shall also be liable to fine.

Key Points of BNS-96

Section BNS-96 addresses the protection of children under the age of eighteen from exploitation, specifically in relation to the inducement of minors to engage in illicit sexual activities.

Key Points

  • Offense Definition: This provision targets the act of inducing a child (under 18) to leave a location or engage in an action with the intent of exposing them to illicit sexual activity.
  • Intent: The perpetrator must have the intent to force or seduce the child into illicit intercourse. The motivation behind the act is critical in establishing the offense.
  • Punishment: Individuals found guilty of this offense may face imprisonment for up to ten years, in addition to a financial penalty (fine).
  • Protection of Minors: The primary goal of this provision is to protect minors from sexual exploitation and abuse.
  • Scope: The law applies to any means of inducement, covering a wide range of actions and methods used to manipulate or coerce a child into illicit activity.

Definitions

  • Child: Under BNS-96, a child is defined as any individual below the age of eighteen years.
  • Illicit Intercourse: Sexual activities that are unlawful or morally wrong, particularly those involving minors.
  • Induces: To persuade, influence, or lead someone to do something, often through manipulation or coercion.

Summary of BNS-96:

  • Offense: Procuration of a child for illicit sexual activity.
  • Punishment: Imprisonment for up to 10 years and a fine.
  • Cognizable or Non-cognizable: Cognizable.
  • Bailable or Non-bailable: Non-bailable.
  • Court: Triable by a Court of Session.