SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 27

SSC CGL - 16 Aug 2021 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q27

In which of the following years was the origin and enactment of the Indian Age of Consent Act passed?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 1891.

  • The Indian Age of Consent Act was passed on 19 March 1891, which raised the age of consent for sexual intercourse for all girls, married or unmarried starting from age 10-12 years in all jurisdictions, its violation is subject to criminal prosecution as rape.