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Question

Under Section 28 of The Payment of Bonus Act, 1965, what penalty is prescribed for the contravention of its provisions?

The correct answer is
Imprisonment up to six months, or fine up to one thousand rupees, or both

Payment of Bonus Act Penalty: Section 28 Contravention

This section addresses the legal consequences for failing to comply with the rules set forth in The Payment of Bonus Act, 1965.

Penalty Details for Violations

Under Section 28 of the Act, if any person contravenes its provisions, they are liable to face specific penalties.

The prescribed penalty includes:

  • Imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months.
  • Or a fine which may extend to one thousand rupees.
  • Or both imprisonment and fine.

This penalty aims to enforce adherence to the regulations governing the payment of bonuses in establishments covered by the Act.

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