Penalties

(1) If any educational institution whose application for recognition is refused or whose recognition has been withdrawn under this Act is found running in contravention of this Act shall be punished with fine which may extend to Rs. 10,000 and in the case of continuing contravention with an additional fine which may extend to Rs. 1,000 per day during which such contravention continues after the first conviction. (2) If any person obstructs any authority, officer or person from entering any educational institution in exercise of powers under this Act or the rules made thereunder, he shall be punished with a fine which may extend to Rs. 2,000.