Question
Consider the following statements regarding penalties under Section 15: 1. First conviction: imprisonment up to 5 years or fine up to 1 lakh rupees or both 2. Continuing contravention after conviction: additional fine up to 5000 rupees per day 3. If contravention continues beyond 1 year after conviction: imprisonment up to 7 years 4. No additional fine after first conviction Which statements are correct?
Solution
Section 15(1) provides 5 years/1 lakh or both, daily fine Rs.5000 post-conviction; 15(2) 7 years beyond 1 year. Statement 4 incorrect.
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