Section 48A. Penalty for rendering or attempting to render denatured/methylated spirit fit for human consumption.

1[48-A. Penalty for rendering or attempting to render denatured/methylated spirit fit for human consumption.––Whoever renders or attempts to render fit for human consumption any denatured/methylated spirit, whether manufactured in India or not, or has in his possession any spirit rendered fit for human consumption in respect of which he knows or has reason to believe that any such attempt has been made, shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to 2[two years but shall not be less than one year and with fine which may extend to seven thousand rupees but shall not be less than three thousand rupees.]