Section 167 of The Representation of the People Act, 1951
Summary
- This provision establishes the legal consequences for anyone who violates an order related to requisitioning property.
- It specifically penalizes the contravention of any order made under Section 160 or Section 162 of the Act.
- A person found guilty of such a violation can be punished with a prison term of up to one year.
- The court may also impose a fine as a punishment either on its own or along with a prison sentence.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What is the maximum prison sentence under Section 167 of The Representation of the People Act, 1951?
The maximum prison sentence is one year under Section 167 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
2. Does Section 167 of the 1951 Act apply to orders about providing information?
Yes, Section 167 applies to orders made under Section 162, which involves the power to obtain information for requisitioning.
3. Can a person be both fined and imprisoned under Section 167 of the 1951 Act?
Yes, Section 167 of the Representation of the People Act, 1951, allows for punishment with imprisonment, or with fine, or with both.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 167 of The Representation of the People Act, 1951, what is the penalty for contravening an order made under Section 160?
Q2.Section 167 of The Representation of the People Act, 1951, punishes violations of orders made under which other section regarding information?
Q3.According to Section 167 of the General Law, what type of action is considered a punishable offence?
Q4.If a State Government delegates its power to an officer under Section 166, and a person disobeys that officer's requisition order, which section of the 1951 Act provides the penalty?