What is the maximum term of imprisonment prescribed for an offence under section 138 of the Negotiable…
Section 138 prescribes imprisonment up to two years, or a fine up to twice the cheque amount, or both. The question asks the statutory maximum, not every sentence a court…
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What is the maximum term of imprisonment prescribed for an offence under section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881?
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Correct answer A
Section 138 prescribes imprisonment up to two years, or a fine up to twice the cheque amount, or both. The question asks the statutory maximum, not every sentence a court could impose.
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Option A
Section 138 permits imprisonment extending to two years.
Option B
One year can be an actual sentence within the range, but it is not the statutory maximum.
Option C
A term exceeding three years is outside this provision’s two-year maximum.
Option D
Two years is expressly available as the correct maximum.
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