Chhattisgarh Pre 2004

Under Section 498 A cruelty means mental and physical torture-

Verified Answer
A. Right
B. Wrong
C. Only demand of dowry includes
D. Only physical torture includes

Explanation:

Section 498A of the IPC defines 'cruelty' broadly to include both mental and physical harassment that could drive a woman to suicide or cause grave injury, or harassment for dowry demands. So, the statement is correct.