Whoever cause isqat-i-hamal shall be liable to punishment as ta'zir
(a) with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, if isqat-i-hamal is caused with the consent of the woman; or
(b) with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to ten years, if isqat-i-hamal is caused without the consent of the woman:
Provided that, if as a result of isqat-i-hamal, any hurt is caused to woman or she dies, the convict shall also be liable to the punishment provided for such hurt or death as the case may be.
Isqat-i-hamal is punishable with up to 3 years with consent, up to 10 years without consent. If hurt or death occurs, additional punishment applies.