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Under the central text of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, which section exempts women from…

The proviso to section 11(1) bars imprisonment of a woman for the conduct covered by that subsection. It leaves the liability to a fine in place.

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Under the central text of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, which section exempts women from imprisonment for promoting or permitting the solemnisation of a child marriage?

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The proviso to section 11(1) bars imprisonment of a woman for the conduct covered by that subsection. It leaves the liability to a fine in place.

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Option A

Section 14 concerns the invalidity of a child marriage solemnised in breach of an injunction.

Option B

The proviso to section 11(1) exempts a woman from imprisonment for the conduct punishable under that subsection. The provision can still make her liable to a fine.

Option C

Section 15 makes offences under the Act cognizable and non-bailable.

Option D

Section 17 concerns the status of Child Marriage Prohibition Officers as public servants.

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