Chhattisgarh Pre 2008

When the offence is punishable with imprisonment as well as fine, maximum term of imprisonment that can be awarded in default of payment of fine shall not exceed:-

Verified Answer
A. One half
B. One fourth
C. One eighth
D. One sixth

Explanation:

Section 65 of the Indian Penal Code states that the term for which the Court directs the offender to be imprisoned in default of payment of a fine shall not exceed one-fourth of the maximum term of imprisonment fixed for the offence.