The Court of a Magistrate of first class may pass a sentence of imprisonment for a term not exceeding-
The Court of a Magistrate of first class may pass a sentence of imprisonment for a term not exceeding-
.
Option A: Three years
Option B: Five years
Option C: Seven years
Option D: Four years
Correct Answer
Option: a
Explanation
Section 29(2) of Criminal Procedure Code States that the Court of a Magistrate of the first class may pass a sentence of imprisonment for a term not exceeding 3 years, or of fine not exceeding 10 thousand rupees, or of both