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      Question

      Under Section 138 of the NI Act, the penalty for

      'Dishonour of Cheque' for insufficiency of funds can be:Β 
      A Fine up to the amount of the cheque. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Imprisonment up to 1 year. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Imprisonment up to 2 years and/or fine up to twice the amount of the cheque. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Permanent cancellation of the bank account. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E No criminal liability, only a civil fine. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Section 138 provides for criminal liability for cheque bounce due to insufficient funds, with a maximum of 2 years in jail or a fine up to double the cheque amount.

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