Which provision of Indian Evidence Act stipulates that the fact of a woman being habituated to sexual intercourse will not be relevant on the issue of consent in a prosecution for rape or outraging the modesty of the said woman?
Verified Answer
A. Section 50
B. Section 53-A
C. Section 54
D. Section 51
Explanation:
Section 53A of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, inserted by the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013, specifically states that in a prosecution for rape or attempt to commit rape, the evidence of the character of the victim or of her previous sexual experience with any person shall not be relevant on the issue of consent or quality of consent.