Chhattisgarh Pre Exam 2014

Which Section of Cr.P.C. defines cognizable offence?

Verified Answer
A. Section 2(a)
B. Section 2(b)
C. Section 2(c)
D. Section 2(d)

Explanation:

Section 2(c) of the Code of Criminal Procedure (Cr.P.C.) defines a 'cognizable offence' as an offence for which, and 'cognizable case' as a case in which, a police officer may, in accordance with the First Schedule or under any other law for the time being in force, arrest without warrant.