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Written By: Arya Sambaragimath
What is rape?
Rape refers to the act of unconsented sexual intercourse. The nuances in defining rape differ based on country and region. The defining characteristics mostly involve unconsented and unlawful act of sexual penetration. In majority of rape cases, the act of intercourse happens through force, coercion, or because of authoritative power. In other cases, rape also takes place is situations where the victim is unable to provide consent, or their consent is uninformed or invalid. For instance, acts of intercourse when the victim is unconscious, or under the influence of narcotics and alcohol can count as rape.
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