Question:
What is the punishment given for child pornography according to the IT Act ?
AImprisonment up to 3 years and fine of 10 lakh rupees
BImprisonment up to 5 years and fine of 10 lakh rupees
CImprisonment up to 5 years and fine of 5 lakh rupees
DNone of the above
Answer:
B. Imprisonment up to 5 years and fine of 10 lakh rupees
Explanation:
According to Section 67B of the Act, publishing, browsing, or transmitting child pornography in electronic form can lead to imprisonment that can extend to five years and a fine .
first-time offense: Imprisonment up to five years and fine
- Second or subsequent offense: Imprisonment up to seven years and fine