(1)Whoever, commits rape on a woman under sixteen years of age shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than twenty years, but which may extend to imprisonment for life, which shall mean imprisonment for the remainder of that person’s natural life, and shall also be liable to fine:

ProvisoProvided that such fine shall be just and reasonable to meet the medical expenses and rehabilitation of the victim:

Second provisoProvided further that any fine imposed under this sub-section shall be paid to the victim.

(2)Whoever, commits rape on a woman under twelve years of age shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than twenty years, but which may extend to imprisonment for life, which shall mean imprisonment for the remainder of that person’s natural life, and with fine or with death:

ProvisoProvided that such fine shall be just and reasonable to meet the medical expenses and rehabilitation of the victim:

Second provisoProvided further that any fine imposed under this sub-section shall be paid to the victim.