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As per Section 406, P.P.C. whoever commits criminal breach of trust shall be punished with imprisonment of______________?

Correct answer: B. Either description which may extend to seven years

  • A. Either description for a term which may extend to five years
  • B. Either description which may extend to seven years
  • C. Either description which may extend to ten years
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Section 406 PPC prescribes imprisonment of either description for a term that may extend to seven years, or fine, or both, for criminal breach of trust. The seven-year limit distinguishes it from several aggravated forms under later sections.

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