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Whoever uses a false instrument fraudulently for weighing shall be pubished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year or with fine as provided in________________?

Correct answer: C. Section 264, P.P.C.

  • A. Section 262, P.P.C.
  • B. Section 263, P.P.C.
  • C. Section 264, P.P.C.
  • D. None of these

Explanation

Section 264 PPC covers the fraudulent use of a false weighing instrument, punishable with imprisonment up to one year, or fine, or both. Sections 262 and 263 concern fraudulent use of Government stamps.

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