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Punsihment for perjury is _____________________?

Correct answer: B. Seven years

  • A. Five years
  • B. Seven years
  • C. Three years
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Perjury is commonly used for giving false evidence on oath, and section 193 PPC provides imprisonment of either description for up to seven years, along with fine. The three- and five-year options do not state the statutory maximum.

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