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SHORT ANSWER: Recent amendments in the IPC and CrPC enhance provisions for gender justice by introducing stricter penalties for sexual offenses and improving victim protection. DETAILS: - The Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013, amended IPC sections to include harsher punishments for crimes like rape and sexual assault. - The amendments also introduced new offenses such as stalking and acid attacks. - The CrPC was amended to ensure faster trials in sexual offense cases and to provide for the appointment of special public prosecutors. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Increased imprisonment terms for sexual offenses, including life imprisonment in severe cases. - Special provisions for the protection of victims and witnesses. SOURCE: - Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013 / Ministry of Home Affairs
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