What penalty can a person in charge of a child care institution face for failing to register it as…
Section 42 provides for up to one year in prison, a fine of at least ₹1 lakh, or both, for failure to comply with section 41(1).
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What penalty can a person in charge of a child care institution face for failing to register it as required by the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015?
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Correct answer A
Section 42 provides for up to one year in prison, a fine of at least ₹1 lakh, or both, for failure to comply with section 41(1).
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Option A
Section 42 allows imprisonment up to one year, a fine of at least ₹1 lakh, or both.
Option B
Section 42 sets ₹1 lakh as the minimum fine when a fine is imposed.
Option C
Section 42 allows imprisonment for up to one year.
Option D
Section 42 allows either punishment on its own as well as both together.
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