Explanation:

- Option 1: A woman

- Section 26 of the IPC mentions that any offence under sections 276 and 376A to 376D should be, as far as practicable, tried by a court presided over by a woman.

- It ensures sensitivity in handling cases involving sexual offences and aims to provide a comfortable environment for victims.

- Correct Answer

- Option 2: Judicial Magistrate of First Class

- This refers to a jurisdictional level but is not specified in Section 26 for these offences.

- Option 3: Chief Judicial Magistrate

- Similar to the Judicial Magistrate but also not mandated for offences listed in Section 26.

- Option 4: A High Court Judge

- High Court Judges deal with more serious appeals or cases but are not specifically mentioned in Section 26 for the stated offences.