If no minimum fine is specified for an offence under the Control of Narcotic Substances Act, 1997, on what basis should the Special Court determine the fine?

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The offender's personal backgroundThe offender's prior criminal recordThe type and amount of the narcotic, psychotropic, or controlled substance involved in the offenceNone of the above

Explanation

When the law does not prescribe a minimum fine for an offence under the Control of Narcotic Substances Act, 1997, the Special Court must consider the nature and quantity of the narcotic, psychotropic, or controlled substance involved to decide the appropriate fine.