Question

What is the punishment given for child pornography according to the IT Act ?

• A. Imprisonment up to 3 years and fine of 10 lakh rupees
• B. Imprisonment up to 5 years and fine of 10 lakh rupees
• C. Imprisonment up to 5 years and fine of 5 lakh rupees
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Imprisonment up to 5 years and fine of 10 lakh rupees

• 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