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Any person connected with the checking of returns collection of information under this Act, who, otherwise than i.n the execution of his duties under this Act or for the purpose of the prosecution of an offence under this Act or under the. Indian Penal Code (XL V of 1860), wilfully discloses any in- formation given, or the contents of any return submitted under this Act shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. 9.. No prosecution for an offence under see ion 7 shall be instituted exce t with the previous sanction in writing of the Director, anc no prosecution for an offence under section 8 shall be instituted except with the previous sanction in writing of the State Government. •