Amended Section 375 of the IPC to broaden the definition of rape and include various forms of sexual assault.

Introduced new offences such as sexual harassment, stalking, and voyeurism.

Increased the punishment for rape and gang rape, including the provision for the death penalty in certain cases.

Made acid attacks a specific offence with stringent punishment.

Amended the CrPC to ensure speedy trials in cases of sexual offences.

Introduced provisions for victim compensation and rehabilitation.

Made it mandatory for police officers to record the statement of a rape victim at her residence or a place of her choice.

Enhanced the powers of the police to investigate and prosecute sexual offences.

The Act also addressed offences against children, including sexual abuse and exploitation.

Amended Section 375 of the IPC to broaden the definition of rape and include various forms of sexual assault.

Introduced new offences such as sexual harassment, stalking, and voyeurism.

Increased the punishment for rape and gang rape, including the provision for the death penalty in certain cases.

Made acid attacks a specific offence with stringent punishment.

Amended the CrPC to ensure speedy trials in cases of sexual offences.

Introduced provisions for victim compensation and rehabilitation.

Made it mandatory for police officers to record the statement of a rape victim at her residence or a place of her choice.

Enhanced the powers of the police to investigate and prosecute sexual offences.

The Act also addressed offences against children, including sexual abuse and exploitation.