The term 'cognizable offence' means an offence for which—

CS Executive · Industrial, Labour & General Laws · PYQS · December 2015
The term 'cognizable offence' means an offence for which—
(A) The punishment prescribed is imprisonment for a term of one year
(B) The punishment prescribed is imprisonment for a term exceeding two years
(C) A police officer may arrest the accused without warrant
(D) A police officer may arrest an accused with the permission of the court.

Answer & Explanation:

Correct Answer: Option (C)

Official answer key: (C).

Topics: Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973

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