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.