SHORT ANSWER:
The fine for illegal sand mining can vary by state, but it can be up to ₹5 lakh or more.
DETAILS:
- Each state has its own rules and fines for illegal sand mining.
- The fines can also include imprisonment depending on the severity of the offense.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Imprisonment can range from 1 to 5 years, depending on the state laws.
SOURCE:
- Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957
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