As per the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013; the age of consent is?
A. 15 years
B. 16 years
C. 18 years
D. 20 years
Correct answer: C. 18 years
Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013
According to the Criminal Law (Amendment) Act, 2013; the age of consent (for sexual activity) in India has been increased to 18 years.
Any sexual activity irrespective of consent with a woman below the age of 18 years will be considered as statutory rape.