MCQ
Q.
Consider the following statement which are correct with respect to "Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986".
Correct Answer: D
The correct answer is All of the above.
Key Points
- Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, (IRWA) was enacted in 1980.
- Provisions of the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986:
- The Act prohibits indecent representation of women through advertisements or in publications, writings, paintings, figures, or in any other manner.
- Any person who contravenes to the provisions of the act is punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years on first conviction and in the event of subsequent conviction, the imprisonment may extend to five years.
Additional Information
- Union Cabinet approves amendments in the "Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986"
- Major amendments proposed are as follows:
- Broaden the scope of the law to cover the audio-visual media and material in electronic form.
- Penalties to be enhanced to a maximum of 3 years of imprisonment and fine of Rs.50,000 to Rs.1,00,000 for a first conviction, and imprisonment of not less than 2 years, but which may extend to 7 years, and a fine b/w Rs.1,00,000 to Rs.5,00,000 for a second conviction.
- Police officers not below the rank of Inspectors authorized to carry out search and seizure, in addition to State and Central Government officers authorized by the State or Central Government.
