Punishment-Focused MCQs (Q46–Q60) — based on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
Punishment-Focused MCQs (Q46–Q60) — based on the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023. These focus on minimum/maximum punishments, sentencing discretion, and unique provisions for punishment under BNS.
⚖️ BNS 2023 – Punishment-Based MCQs (Set 4: Q46–Q60)
46. A person is convicted under Section 248 for making a false charge with intent to injure. What is the maximum punishment?
(A) 2 years
(B) 5 years
(C) 7 years
(D) 10 years
47. Which of the following offences mandates minimum imprisonment of 10 years?
(A) Acid attack
(B) Kidnapping for ransom
(C) Rape of minor
(D) All of the above
48. In default of payment of fine only, the maximum imprisonment term awarded must not exceed:
(A) 1/4 of the term of substantive sentence
(B) What court deems just and proper
(C) Prescribed maximum in the Code
(D) One year
49. Voluntarily causing hurt to deter public servant from duty (Section 121) is punishable with:
(A) Up to 2 years
(B) Up to 3 years
(C) Up to 5 years and fine
(D) Minimum 5 years
50. For a person convicted under Section 117 (grievous hurt), what is the maximum punishment?
(A) 3 years
(B) 5 years
(C) 7 years
(D) 10 years
51. A convict under Section 306 (theft during transit) may face imprisonment up to:
(A) 3 years
(B) 5 years
(C) 7 years
(D) 10 years
52. The punishment for rape causing death or vegetative state under Section 70 is:
(A) Minimum 10 years
(B) Minimum 20 years to death
(C) Life only
(D) Death only
53. Under BNS, fine as a punishment must be:
(A) Imposed only if victim is compensated
(B) In proportion to the offence and financial capacity
(C) Equal for all offences
(D) Optional in all cases
54. Which of the following factors does not affect sentencing under BNS?
(A) Nature and gravity of offence
(B) Age and antecedents of offender
(C) Offender's religion
(D) Impact on victim
55. The maximum punishment for defamation under Section 356 is:
(A) 1 year
(B) 2 years or fine or both
(C) 3 years
(D) 6 months only
56. Under BNS, when community service is imposed, the court must:
(A) Allow the convict to choose the service
(B) Determine the nature and duration of service
(C) Make the punishment symbolic
(D) Give an option of fine instead
57. A convict is given simple imprisonment for 2 years and fails to pay ₹10,000 fine. What can the court do?
(A) Add 6 months simple imprisonment
(B) Ignore default
(C) Order property seizure only
(D) Impose death sentence
58. Under Section 9, which of the following is not a listed form of punishment?
(A) Imprisonment
(B) Community service
(C) Solitary confinement
(D) Restitution
59. If a pregnant woman is sentenced to death, the court must:
(A) Commute to life imprisonment
(B) Send to reform home
(C) Order solitary confinement instead
(D) Seek approval from President
60. Rash driving on a public way (Section 281) is punishable with:
(A) Fine only
(B) Imprisonment up to 3 months or fine or both
(C) Minimum 1 year imprisonment
(D) Cancellation of license only
Answer Key + Explanations for the Punishment-Based MCQs (Q46–Q60) from the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023:
✅ Answers + Explanations (Q46–Q60)
46. ✅ (C) 7 years
Explanation: Under Section 248, making a false charge with intent to injure is punishable with up to 7 years and fine.
47. ✅ (D) All of the above
Explanation: All three offences—acid attack (Section 124), kidnapping for ransom (Section 142), and rape of a minor (Section 65)—carry a minimum sentence of 10 years, extendable to life or death in some cases.
48. ✅ (C) Prescribed maximum in the Code
Explanation: As per criminal jurisprudence, the maximum imprisonment in default of fine cannot exceed the prescribed limit under BNS, and must be proportionate.
49. ✅ (C) Up to 5 years and fine
Explanation: Section 121 penalizes obstructing/deterring a public servant from duty by causing hurt, with up to 5 years imprisonment and fine.
50. ✅ (C) 7 years
Explanation: Section 117 punishes grievous hurt with imprisonment up to 7 years, and fine.
51. ✅ (C) 7 years
Explanation: Section 306 (theft during transit) is punishable with up to 7 years and fine, being treated as a serious aggravated form of theft.
52. ✅ (B) Minimum 20 years to death
Explanation: Under Section 70, rape causing death or vegetative state is punishable with minimum 20 years, extendable to life or death.
53. ✅ (B) In proportion to the offence and financial capacity
Explanation: Fines must be reasonable, proportionate to the offence, and consider the offender's ability to pay.
54. ✅ (C) Offender's religion
Explanation: Religion or caste must not influence sentencing decisions. Sentencing is based on objective and legal criteria under BNS.
55. ✅ (B) 2 years or fine or both
Explanation: Section 356 prescribes up to 2 years, or fine, or both for defamation.
56. ✅ (B) Determine the nature and duration of service
Explanation: Courts must specify the nature and extent of community service, ensuring it's meaningful and proportionate to the offence.
57. ✅ (A) Add 6 months simple imprisonment
Explanation: If fine is not paid, the court may impose default imprisonment (simple or otherwise) based on quantum and judicial discretion.
58. ✅ (D) Restitution
Explanation: Restitution is a civil remedy or may be part of compensation, but not listed as a punishment under Section 9.
59. ✅ (A) Commute to life imprisonment
Explanation: A pregnant woman cannot be executed. The court is bound to commute the death sentence to life imprisonment.
60. ✅ (B) Imprisonment up to 3 months or fine or both
Explanation: Section 281 penalizes rash or negligent driving with up to 3 months imprisonment, or fine, or both.
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