Delhi Judicial Service Pre 2008

The offence under section 498A I.P.C. is

Verified Answer
A. Non cognizable, non compoundable & punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to 7 years & with fine
B. Cognizable & non compoundable, punishable with impris-onment for a term which may extend to three years and with fine
C. Non cognizable, compoundable & punishable for a term which may extend to 2 years or fine or both
D. Cognizable, compoundable & punish-able with impris-onment for a term which may extend to 3 years & with fine

Explanation:

The offence under Section 498A of the Indian Penal Code is cognizable, non-compoundable, and punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years and also fine.