What is maximum punishment under 498A IPC and is full punishment given always

[Pulkit Srivastava]

The maximum punishment for committing an offence under section 498A IPC is three years and fine. The offence is cognisable, non-bailable and triable by a Magistrate of First Class.

The quantum of punishment depends upon the gravity of offence and is passed after considering all mitigating and aggravating factors and the circumstances in which the said offence was committed.

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