M.P Civil Jugde Pre Exam 1998

What punishment is provided for Dowry death?

Verified Answer
A. Not less than three years
B. Not less than five years
C. Not less than seven years and in rare circumstances may extend to death sentence
D. Not less than seven years but which may extend to imprisonment for life

Explanation:

Section 304B of the IPC (Dowry Death) states that whoever commits dowry death shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than seven years but which may extend to imprisonment for life.