1[7-D. Whoever contravenes the provisions of section 7-B or
section 7-C, shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which
may extend to three years and also with fine which shall not be less
than one thousand rupees and if the person so contravening is a
society or any association of persons every member of such society or
association who knowingly and willingly authorizes or permits such
contravention, shall be so punishable. ]
1. Ins. by sec. 6 of U. P. Act No. 26 of 1975.