Q13
Under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 what is the penalty for not discharging duty by protection officer?
A.
Imprisonment upto 1 year or fine upto Rs. 25,000 or with both
AnswerB.
Imprisonment upto 1 year or fine upto Rs. 10,000 or with both
C.
Imprisonment of 1 year and fine upto Rs. 25,000
D.
No penalty imposed on protection officer
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 what is the penalty for not discharging duty by protection officer?Option A: Imprisonment up to 1 year or fine up to Rs. 25,000 or with both
Section 33 of the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 specifies the penalties for a protection officer who fails or refuses to discharge his duties as directed by the Magistrate. The penalty includes:
1. Imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year.
2. Fine which may extend to twenty-five thousand rupees.
3. Or both.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option A: Imprisonment up to 1 year or fine up to Rs. 25,000 or with both.