Under s.39(1), an officer of a company escapes liability if he proves what?
ACompany paid the fine
BHe had no knowledge
CHe was newly appointed
DOffence was minor
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. He had no knowledge
The proviso to s.39(1) protects him if the offence was without his knowledge or he exercised all due diligence.
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