Whoever hinders or obstructs any officer in the performance of his functions under the Control of Narcotics Substances Act, 1997 shall be punished with rigorous imprisonment for a term which may extend to_______________?
Correct answer: C. Three years
- A. One year
- B. Two years
- C. Three years
- D. None of above
Explanation
Obstructing an officer while the officer performs functions under the Act is separately penalised, with rigorous imprisonment that may extend to three years. The question tests the maximum term, not a mandatory sentence.
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