Question

State penalty for contravention or offence relating to manufactured drugs and preparations involving commercial quantity as per Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act.

• A. \( \text{Rigorous imprisonment up to 10 years and fine up to Rs.1 lakh.} \)
• B. \( \text{Rigorous imprisonment up to 10 years and fine up to Rs.1 lakh.} \)
• C. \( \text{Rigorous imprisonment for not less than 10-20 years or fine not less than Rs.1 to 2 lakhs.} \)
• D. \( \text{Rigorous imprisonment for not less than 10-20 years and fine not less than Rs.1 to 2 lakhs.} \)

Hint:

Remember that commercial quantities under the NDPS Act attract stringent penalties, involving significant jail time and substantial fines.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

According to the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, the penalty for contravention or offense relating to manufactured drugs and preparations involving commercial quantity is rigorous imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than ten years but which may extend to twenty years and shall also be liable to a fine which shall not be less than one lakh rupees but which may extend to two lakh rupees. Options C and D reflect this provision. Both options are identical.