X intentionally pulls up a woman's veil without her consent intending to annoy her. As per the Indian Penal Code, 1860 which of the following offence he has committed?
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This is a classic illustration-based question. Section 350 defines criminal force as intentional use of force without consent causing injury, fear, or annoyance. Pulling a veil is applying force; it was intentional, without consent, and intended to annoy — all elements of criminal force are met.
The text reads: Section 350 Illustration (f): Intentionally pulling up a woman's veil = criminal force (intentional use of force without consent to cause annoyance).
BNS S.18 retains the same definition of criminal force.