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What is the '7 years rule' in dowry harassment cases?
short by Ankit Tiwari / on 30 Aug 2025,Saturday
Section 80 of BNS addresses death of woman under unnatural circumstances within 7 years of marriage, provided there is evidence of harassment/cruelty related to dowry demands. Punishment ranges from seven years to life imprisonment. However, dowry harassment (without death) can still be prosecuted after seven years under Section 498A if there is evidence of continuous harassment.
short by Ankit Tiwari / 11:02 am on 30 Aug
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