Correct option is B
The Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013, substituted Section 375 of the IPC to expand the definition of rape, making it more comprehensive by including various non-consensual sexual acts under its ambit. This amendment was a response to public outrage following the 2012 Delhi gang rape case and aimed to ensure stronger protection for women against sexual violence.
Information Booster:
Section 375 now includes broader definitions of sexual assault, covering a range of acts beyond traditional notions of rape. Consent must be unequivocal and freely given under the new provisions.
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Amendment of Section 375: Prior to the 2013 amendment, Section 375 had a narrower definition of rape. The amendment replaced the older version with an updated, more expansive legal definition.
