No court shall take cognizance of an offence after the period of limitation, which is
Verified Answer
A. One year, if the offence is punishable with imprisonment for a term not exceeding one year
B. 3 years if the offence is punishable with imprisonment for a term exceeding one year but not exceeding 3 years
C. Six months, if the offence is punishable with fine only
D. All of the above
Explanation:
Section 468 of CrPC specifies the bar to taking cognizance after lapse of the period of limitation: (a) six months, if the offence is punishable with fine only; (b) one year, if the offence is punishable with imprisonment for a term not exceeding one year; (c) three years, if the offence is punishable with imprisonment for a term exceeding one year but not exceeding three years. Therefore, all the options correctly state a period of limitation.