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First information report can be lodged by Officer in charge of Police Station at the information of____________?

Correct answer: A. Any person

  • A. Any person
  • B. Accused
  • C. Responsible citizen
  • D. None of above

Explanation

Section 154 requires information about a cognizable offence to be recorded by the officer in charge, without limiting the informant to the victim or a formally responsible citizen. Thus any person with the information may lodge it.

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