Under what circumstances can Section 509 be applied if a woman experiences offensive comments directed at her due to her religious beliefs?
Section 509 can be applied when a woman faces offensive comments directed at her due to her religious beliefs if such comments are intended to insult her modesty. This includes situations where derogatory remarks based on religious affiliation are made with the explicit purpose of demeaning and causing distress to the woman. The application of Section 509 hinges on the presence of intent to insult the woman's modesty, irrespective of the basis for the offensive comments, including those related to religious beliefs. If the comments fulfill the criteria outlined in Section 509, legal action can be taken to address the harassment and seek justice for the affected woman.