A person who commits offence under sub-section (3) of section 21-C shall be liable on conviction to imprisonment for a term not exceeding ?

Correct answer: D. Ten years

  • A. Seven years
  • B. None of above
  • C. Fourteen years
  • D. Ten years

Explanation

Section 21-C(3) prescribes a maximum imprisonment of ten years for the offence described in that subsection. “Not exceeding” identifies a maximum, rather than a minimum, sentence.

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