Punishment for Defamation under Indian Penal Code is simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to ______ or with fine or with both.

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Punishment for Defamation under Indian Penal Code is simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to ______ or with fine or with both.

A: 2 Years

B: 3 Years

C: 4 Years

D: 5 Years

The answer is: A

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Explanation

The correct option is A: 2 Years. The explanation is:

- Punishment for defamation is prescribed under Section 500 of the Indian Penal Code.

- Section 500 states that Whoever defames another shall be punished with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine, or with both.

- Defamation is defined under Section 499 as making or publishing any imputation concerning any person intending to harm, or knowing or having reason to believe that such imputation will harm, the reputation of such person.

- Section 499 also provides ten exceptions to the offence of defamation, such as truth for public good, fair criticism of public servants, fair comment on public conduct, etc.