Explanation:

- Section 40 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 pertains to the duty of the officers employed in connection with the affairs of a village to make certain reports to the nearest Magistrate or police officer regarding certain types of offenses.

- Section 44 deals with the power of the Magistrate to arrest. A Magistrate can arrest or direct the arrest of a person in his presence under specific circumstances.

- Section 48 explains a police officer's power to pursue an offender into any part of India to arrest without a warrant.

- Section 52 discusses how to handle seized offensive weapons during arrests, including production before the Court.

The correct option is:

- Option 2: Section 44