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    Question

    According to the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhitawhat is the

    punishment for possessing a counterfeit seal, plate, or instrument with the intent to commit forgery?
    A Imprisonment for up to 1 year, and a fine Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Imprisonment for a term which may extend to 3 years, and a fine Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Imprisonment for up to 6 months, and a fine of up to 1000 rupees Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Imprisonment for up to 5 years, and a fine Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Imprisonment for 2 years and a fine of up to 5000 rupees Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Imprisonment for a term which may extend to 3 years, and a fine, Explanation: Section 341 Making or possessing counterfeit seal, etc., with intent to commit forgery punishable under section 338: (3) Whoever possesses any seal, plate or other instrument knowing the same to be counterfeit, shall be punished with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to three years, and shall also be liable to fine.

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