AIBE XVIII 2023 Set A Question 18

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Question 18 of 100 AIBE XVIII 2023 Set A

X threatens to publish a defamatory libel concerning Y unless Y gives him money. Which of the following punishment may be given to X for the act committed by him as per the Indian Penal Code, 1860?

A Imprisonment upto 2 years, or with fine or with both.
B Imprisonment upto 3 years, or with fine or with both. Official answer
C Imprisonment upto 5 years, or with fine or with both.
D Imprisonment upto 7 years, or with fine or with both.