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Penal Code · Updated to 4 Jul 2023 · Chapter XII · Offences Relating to Coin and Government Stamps
257. Making or selling an instrument for the purpose of counterfeiting a Government stamp
Feedback & supportWhoever makes, or performs any part of the process of making, or buys, or sells, or disposes of, any instrument for the purpose of being used, or knowing or having reason to believe that it is intended to be used, for the purpose of counterfeiting any stamp issued by Government for the purpose of revenue, shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to seven years, and shall also be liable to fine.