Whoever assaults or obstructs any excise officer exercising powers under the Chhattisgarh Excise Act, 1915 is liable to be punished with imprisonment which may extend to ______ or with fine which may extend to two thousand rupees.
Verified Answer
A. three years
B. five years
C. seven years
D. two years
Explanation:
Section 41 of the Chhattisgarh Excise Act, 1915 (Penalty for obstructing officer) states that whoever assaults or obstructs any excise officer in the execution of his duty shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years, or with fine which may extend to two thousand rupees, or with both.