Q. What is the punishment for possessing a counterfeit seal under Section 473?

धारा 473 के तहत नकली मुहर रखने पर क्या सज़ा है?

Imprisonment up to 5 years
5 वर्ष तक का कारावास

Imprisonment up to 7 years
7 वर्ष तक कारावास

Imprisonment for life
आजीवन कारावास

Imprisonment up to 10 years
10 वर्ष तक कारावास

If a person makes or possesses a counterfeit seal, plate, or instrument knowing it is intended for forgery:

Punishment: Up to 7 years imprisonment and fine.

Possession with intent to use for forgery is key.

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