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Under section 8(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, what limit applies when a provision authorises…

Section 8(1) distinguishes a fixed statutory ceiling from the constraint against an excessive fine. The absence of an expressed amount leaves the latter constraint in place.

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Under section 8(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, what limit applies when a provision authorises a fine but sets no maximum amount?

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Section 8(1) distinguishes a fixed statutory ceiling from the constraint against an excessive fine. The absence of an expressed amount leaves the latter constraint in place.

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Option A

The statute bars an excessive fine even without a fixed maximum.

Option B

Section 8(1) supplies no ₹50,000 maximum.

Option C

Section 8(1) supplies no ₹10,00,000 maximum.

Option D

The statute sets no fixed maximum but requires that the amount not be excessive.

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