Under the central text of section 34(3)(b) of the Court-fees Act, 1870, as in force on 8 November 2026,…
Since 8 July 2026, the central text sets a penalty of up to ₹10,000 for an appointed stamp seller’s non-fraudulent rule contravention. Section 34(3)(a) separately covers…
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Under the central text of section 34(3)(b) of the Court-fees Act, 1870, as in force on 8 November 2026, what is the maximum penalty for an appointed stamp seller who contravenes a rule without fraudulent intent?
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Since 8 July 2026, the central text sets a penalty of up to ₹10,000 for an appointed stamp seller’s non-fraudulent rule contravention.
Section 34(3)(a) separately covers fraudulent rule disobedience.
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Option A
₹500 was the former criminal fine ceiling. It is not the current monetary penalty ceiling for this contravention.
Option B
Section 34(3)(b) sets a maximum monetary penalty of ₹10,000.
Option C
Section 34(3)(b) prescribes a monetary penalty. The six-month imprisonment maximum belongs to the separate criminal limb.
Option D
Section 34(3)(b) authorises no imprisonment.
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