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The allegation made orally or in writing to a Magistrate with a view to take action under Code of Criminal Procedure regarding an offence is called__________?

Correct answer: B. Complaint

  • A. Crime report
  • B. Complaint
  • C. FIR
  • D. None of above

Explanation

A complaint is an oral or written allegation made to a Magistrate seeking action under the Code for an offence. An FIR is information given to the police, so it is not the statutory term here.

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