BNS Section 91 – Buying minor for purposes of prostitution etc.
Chapter 5: Offences Against Women and Children ·
Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
BNS Section 91
IPC S.373
🔒 Non-Bailable
🔍 Cognizable
⚖ Court of Session
Whoever buys hires or otherwise obtains possession of any minor under the age of eighteen years with intent that such minor shall at any age be employed or used for the purpose of prostitution or illicit intercourse with any person or for any unlawful and immoral purpose shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years and shall also be liable to fine.
ℹ️ Classification & Key Notes
Up to 10 years and fine. Cognizable. Non-bailable. Triable by Court of Session.
