Correct option is B
Sections 304B (Dowry Death) and 498A (Cruelty by Husband or Relatives) of the IPC are not mutually inclusive, meaning they address different aspects of offenses related to dowry and cruelty, and one does not necessarily include the other. However, they can often be applied together in cases where both dowry death and cruelty are involved.
Information Booster Section 498A deals with cruelty inflicted on a woman by her husband or his relatives, which can include physical and mental harassment. Section 304B deals specifically with dowry deaths, where the death of a woman is caused by burns or other injuries within seven years of marriage and is linked to demands for dowry.
Additional Knowledge
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Section 304B: Addresses the offense of dowry death, which is a specific and serious form of domestic violence.
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Section 498A: Is broader and covers various forms of cruelty, including physical and mental abuse.
