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When a complaint is made before a Magistrate regarding cognizable offence he shall record the statement of complainant ?

Correct answer: A. On oath

  • A. On oath
  • B. Without oath
  • C. On special oath
  • D. None of above

Explanation

Under section 200 Cr.P.C., a Magistrate examining a complaint of a cognizable offence records the complainant’s statement on oath. The oath requirement helps preserve the formal evidentiary value of the preliminary examination.

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