Sex with dead body is called: Necrophilia

Necrophilia: its characteristics, psychological causes, and treatment options. Understand this rare disorder from a clinical and forensic perspective. What is Necrophilia and its broad legal status in India and the world? The term Necrophilia finds its origins in the Greek words philios (attraction to/love) and nekros ( dead body ). “A careful reading of the provisions of Sections 375 and 377 of the Indian Penal Code makes it clear that the dead body cannot be called as human or person. Thereby, the provisions of Section 375 or 377 of the Indian Penal Code would not attract,” the court said. Necrophilia is a pathological fascination with dead bodies, which often takes the form of a desire to engage with them in sexual activities, such as intercourse. Though prohibited by the laws of many countries, there have been many reported cases of sexual abuse of dead bodies throughout history.