If a public servant acting in discharge of his public duties makes a complaint to a magistrate, then the magistrate
Verified Answer
A. Need not examine him
B. May dismiss his complaint if there is no witness present on his behalf
C. Must examine him & his witnesses on oath before issuing process
D. Must examine him on oath about the content of his complaint
Explanation:
The proviso to Section 200 of CrPC states that when the complaint is made in writing by a public servant acting or purporting to act in the discharge of his official duties, the Magistrate need not examine the complainant and the witnesses.