Code Of Criminal Procedure 1898 – MCQs

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1.Which section of the Cr.P.C authorizes the police to release an accused person when there is insufficient evidence?

2.What subject is covered under Section 167 of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C)?

3.When a Magistrate permits detention of an accused by the police under Section 167 of the Cr.P.C, what is required from the Magistrate?

4.Which section of the Criminal Procedure Code outlines the procedure to follow when an investigation cannot be completed within twenty-four hours?

5.Who is responsible for certifying the recording of a statement under Section 164 of the Cr.P.C.?

6.Under Section 164 of the Criminal Procedure Code, during the recording of a statement by a Magistrate, who must be present?

7.During the recording of evidence by a police officer under Section 161 of the Cr.P.C, what is the witness required to do?

8.What is true about a statement documented under Section 161 of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C)?

9.According to Section 160 of the Criminal Procedure Code, who can a police officer summon to appear before them?

10.Under Section 157 of the Cr.P.C, who is responsible for submitting the report sent by the officer in charge to the magistrate?

11.Who is authorized to carry out the investigation against a woman accused of the offence of zina?

12.Once the FIR is documented, to whom must the police officer read it aloud?

13.Who is required to sign the First Information Report (F.I.R.)?

14.Filing an FIR for cognizable offenses is the _________ responsibility of the officer in charge of a police station.

15.Which of the following is addressed under Section 154 of the Criminal Procedure Code (Cr.P.C)?

16.Under what authority can a police officer intervene to stop any harm being done in their presence to public property, whether movable or immovable, or to prevent damage or removal of public landmarks, buoys, or navigation markers?

17.Under which legal provision can a Magistrate, upon taking possession of the disputed property, appoint a receiver if deemed appropriate?

18.Under Section 146 of the Criminal Procedure Code, who has the authority to seize the disputed property?

19.What is the primary condition that allows a Magistrate to exercise authority under Section 145 concerning immovable property?

20.Under which section can temporary orders be issued in urgent situations involving nuisance or perceived threats?