Section 233 - Death caused by act done with intent to cause miscarriage.

Whoever with intent to cause the miscarriage of a woman whether with child or not does an act which causes the death of that woman, shall be punished-

(a) with imprisonment for a term which may extend to fourteen years and shall also be liable to fine; and

(b) if the act is done without the consent of the woman, with imprisonment for life or for any less term and shall also be liable to fine.

Explanation

It is not essential for an offence under this section that the offender should know that the act is likely to cause death.