Section 4. The Explanation I omitted by s. 2, ibid. (w.e.f. 2-10-1985)

4. The Explanation I omitted by s. 2, ibid. (w.e.f. 2-10-1985). 5. Section 3 renumbered as sub-section (1) of that section by s. 3, ibid. (w.e.f. 2-10-1985). 6. Subs. by s. 3, ibid ., for certain words (w.e.f. 2-10-1985). 7. Subs. by Act 43 of 1986, s. 3, for certain words (w.e.f. 19-11-1986). 8. Subs. by s. 3, ibid ., for "six months" (w.e.f. 19-11-1986). 9. Ins. by Act 63 of 1984, s. 3 (w.e.f. 2-10-1985). Provided further that where such presents are made by or on behalf of the bride or any person related to the bride, such presents are of a customary nature and the value thereof is not excessive having regard to the financial status of the person by whom, or on whose behalf, such presents are given.] 1 — [ 4. Penalty for demanding dowry. If any person demands, directly or indirectly, from the parents or other relatives or guardian of a bride or bridegroom, as the case may be, any dowry, he shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which shall not be less than six months, but which may extend to two years and with fine which may extend to ten thousand rupees: Provided that the Court may, for adequate and special reasons to be mentioned in the judgment, impose a sentence of imprisonment for a term of less than six months.]