According to Section 156 of the Cr.P.C, who can a police station officer investigate a cognizable offence without obtaining permission from?

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Assistant Superintendent of PoliceInspector General of PoliceThe Magistrate having jurisdictionNo one; prior approval is always requiredSuperintendent of Police

Explanation

Under Section 156 of the Criminal Procedure Code, the officer in charge of a police station is authorized to investigate any cognizable offence without needing prior approval from the magistrate concerned.