Penalty for obstructing officer or other person exercising powers under this Act

Any person who obstructs an officer of the Government in the exercise of any power conferred on him or in the performance of any function entrusted to him by or under this Act or any other person lawfully assisting such officer in the exercise of such power or in the performance of such function or who fails to comply with any lawful direction made by such officer or person shall be punished with fine which may extend to Rs. 1,00,000.