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Section 19 __________ of Anti-Terrorism Act, 1997 empowers Anti-Terrorism Court to take direct cognizance of case?

Correct answer: D. {3}

  • A. A
  • B. {1}
  • C. {2}
  • D. {3}

Explanation

Section 19(3) enables an Anti-Terrorism Court to take direct cognizance of an offence, allowing the court to proceed without requiring a separate committal by a Magistrate.

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