Section 152: Obstructing inspector

152. Obstructing inspector Any person who— (a) obstructs an inspector in the execution of his duty from entering or remaining at premises where an activity regulated under this Act is conducted; or (b) refuses to produce any thing, equipment, books, records, bank statements or other documents relating to his business that an inspector requires under section 111, 112 or 118; (c) fails to give all reasonable assistance and to answer all reasonable questions either orally or in writing as required under section 111; or (d) otherwise obstructs an inspector in the execution of a power or duty, shall commit an offence and shall, on conviction, be liable to a fine not exceeding 200,000 rupees and to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2 years. (S. 152 came into operation on 6 December 2007.)