FIR Provisions under Indian Penal Code
On 25th April, 2023, the Supreme Court issued notice to Delhi Police on a petition filed by seven wrestlers seeking a First Information Report (FIR) against the president of the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) on allegations of sexual harassment.
- Sections pertaining to sexual harassment and sexual assault of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) fall within the category of cognizable offences.
- One of the complainants include a minor, therefore, the FIR provisions under Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012 is also applicable.
Laws related to Registration of FIR in Cognizable Offences
- Section 154 (1) of the Code of Criminal ....
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