# The Indian Penal Code, 1860, Section 10: "Man". "Woman"

- Act: The Indian Penal Code, 1860 (Act 45 of 1860)
- In force from: 1862-01-01
- Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/ipc/section/10/

## Text

The word "man" denotes a male human being of any age; the word "woman" denotes a female human being of any age.

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