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    Question

    What actions related to fictitious stamps are

    punishable under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita?
    A Possessing any stamp, whether genuine or fictitious Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Using a fictitious stamp unknowingly Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Selling genuine stamps without authorization Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Collecting stamps for non-commercial purposes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Making, using, or possessing materials for fictitious stamps without lawful excuse Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Explanation: Section 186 Prohibition of fictitious stamps: (1) Whoever—.(a) makes, knowingly utters, deals in or sells any fictitious stamp, or knowingly uses for any postal purpose any fictitious stamp; or.(b) has in his possession, without lawful excuse, any fictitious stamp; or.(c) makes or, without lawful excuse, has in his possession any die, plate, instrument or materials for making any fictitious stamp, shall be punished with fine which may extend to two hundred rupees.

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