Environment And Road Safety Education And Violence Against Women And Children And Drug Abuse 2018 Exam With Answers

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87.

What is penalty prescribed for the offence of dowry death under IPC ?

A: Imprisonment for not less than 8 years, but up to life imprisonment or fine
B: Imprisonment for not less than 7 years, but up to life imprisonment or fine
C: Imprisonment for not less than 10 years, but up to life imprisonment or fine
D: None of above

The answer is: B

Explanation

Whoever commits dowry death shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than seven years but which may extend to imprisonment for life.