Section 17 — Punishment for advancement of bonded debt.

The Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976
Whoever advances, after the commencement of this Act, any bonded debt shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to three years and also with fine which may extend to two thousand rupees.

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