Section_326_B_of_the_Indian_Penal_Code
The Section 326 B in the Indian Penal Code lays down the punishment for attempted acid attacks. The minimum punishment is 5 years' imprisonment. It can extend up to 7 years' imprisonment with fine. A separate law to punish offenders in such cases was passed along with amendment of law on sexual offences.[1] Such a legislation in line with the laws in other countries like Bangladesh was demanded by various sections of the society for a long time.[2]