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What is the maximum term of imprisonment for sale of noxious food or drink under section 275 of the…

Section 275 covers selling, offering or exposing the article for sale as food or drink with knowledge or reason to believe it is noxious as food or drink. The court may…

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What is the maximum term of imprisonment for sale of noxious food or drink under section 275 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023?

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Section 275 covers selling, offering or exposing the article for sale as food or drink with knowledge or reason to believe it is noxious as food or drink.

The court may impose up to six months’ imprisonment, a fine up to ₹5,000, or both.

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Option A

A two-month sentence falls within the range, but the maximum is six months.

Option B

A three-month sentence falls within the range, but the maximum is six months.

Option C

The section permits imprisonment for up to six months.

Option D

A one-month sentence falls within the range, but the maximum is six months.

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