Question

Lasya was kidnapped by Ashok while she was coming back from work. She was then sold to Kevin. Kevin forced her to work in his brothel. She was rescued by her friend Kashif. Who among them will face criminal charges?

• A. Lasya
• B. Ashok
• C. Kevin
• D. Kashif

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C)

Kevin

Prostitution is a criminal offence, and any person participating in such activities, if found guilty, will face imprisonment.
So, both Ashok and Kevin would face criminal charges. Kashif rescued her from the brothel, so he would be the witness, while Lasya would be the victim against whom the crime was perpetrated. The duration will depend on the severity of the crime and may vary between 7 years to life imprisonment. The police officer has the liberty to enter the premises or investigate the case without any warrant. The sub-inspector may enter the place where the victims are kept. The victims need to undergo medical checks. This is to determine the degree of abuse before being produced in front of the police officer or Magistrate.