Whoever, intending to insult the modesty of any woman, utters any word, makes any sound or gesture, or exhibits any object, intending that such word or sound shall be heard, or that such gesture or object shall be seen by such woman, or intrudes upon the privacy of such woman, shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine, or with both.
Section history
Section 509 — Word or gesture intended to insult the modesty of a woman
As in force on 15 May 1998.
Timeline 3 versions
- 30 March 1987 Enacted
- 15 May 1998 You are here
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