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Offences Against the Human Body
Assault/criminal force intending to dishonour someone, without grave and sudden provocation, is punished with up to 2 years' imprisonment, fine, or both.
This specifically targets assault or force used with the intent to humiliate or dishonour the victim, distinct from ordinary assault motivated by anger or aggression alone.
A public act of assault specifically intended to humiliate or dishonour someone - like striking them in a deliberately degrading manner in front of others - is treated under this specific provision.