How many types of punishment have been prescribed under the Indian Penal Code, 1860?

Option A: Three

Option B: Four

Option C: Five

Option D: Six

Correct Answer

Option: c

Explanation

Punishments.—The punishments to which offenders are liable under the provisions of this Code are— First.—Death; 2 [Secondly.—Imprisonment for life;] 3 * * * * * Fourthly.—Imprisonment, which is of two descriptions, namely:— (1) Rigorous, that is, with hard labour; (2) Simple; Fifthly.—Forfeiture of property; Sixthly.—Fine.

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