When the police register a case regarding commission of a cognizable offence the registration of the...........

Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) 1973 Investigation by the Police

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When the police register a case regarding commission of a cognizable offence, the registration of the case is under:

section 154 of Cr PC

section 155 of Cr PC

section 156(3) of Cr PC

section 190 of Cr PC

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Explanation:

Here is a brief explanation of each option:

- Section 154 of CrPC: This section mandates the recording of information regarding the commission of a cognizable offence. It requires the police to register an FIR, marking the commencement of the investigation process.

Correct Answer

- Section 155 of CrPC: This relates to non-cognizable offences where the police have no authority to investigate without a magistrate's order.

- Section 156(3) of CrPC: This section allows a magistrate to direct the police to investigate a cognizable offence.

- Section 190 of CrPC: This provision allows a magistrate to take cognizance of an offence based on various sources of information, including police reports.