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An offence in which a police-officer may in accordance with the 2nd schedule or under any law for the time being in force arrest without warrant is called______________?

Correct answer: C. Cognizable offence

  • A. None of the above
  • B. Non cognizable offence
  • C. Cognizable offence
  • D. None of above

Explanation

A cognizable offence is one for which a police officer may arrest without a warrant under the Second Schedule or another applicable law. A non-cognizable offence generally requires greater judicial involvement before arrest.

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