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Whoever commits offence under section 6(2)(f) and (g) of the Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997 shall be punishable on conviction with imprisonment of not less than ?

Correct answer: A. Two years and not more than five years

  • A. Two years and not more than five years
  • B. Three years and not more than five years
  • C. Five years and more than ten years
  • D. None of above

Explanation

For acts falling under section 6(2)(f) and (g), section 7 provides imprisonment of at least two years and up to five years. Thus, the statutory range begins at two years and ends at five years.

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