Delhi Judicial Services 2006

Classification of summons case & warrant case

Verified Answer
A. Is useful to determine the investigation procedure to be adopted
B. Is useful to decide the Question of issuance of process to the accused
C. Is useful to determine the trial procedure to be adopted
D. Both (B) & (C) are correct

Explanation:

The classification of summons cases and warrant cases is crucial for determining the procedure for issuing process to the accused (e.g., summons vs. warrant) and for determining the specific trial procedure to be followed (Chapter XX for summons cases, Chapter XIX for warrant cases in Cr.P.C.).