Penalty for obstructing inspection

Any person who wilfully obstructs an Inspector in the exercise of his powers or duties under this Act shall be punishable with imprisonment or fine or both as prescribed. Any employer who fails to comply with any direction given by the Welfare Commissioner under section 17 shall, on conviction, be punished with fine which may extend to twenty-five rupees for every day during which the failure continues. The members of the Board, the Welfare Commissioner, Inspectors and all officers and servants of the Board shall be deemed to be public servants within the meaning of section 21 of the Indian Penal Code.