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    Question

    The term “taking cognizance” under CrPC means

    A Starting a trial Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Investigating an offence Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Completing inquiry for starting a trial Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Taking notice of matter judicially Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Administrative action to decide if criminal trial is required or not Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    According to Section 190 of the Criminal Procedure Code, the magistrate is considered to have “taken cognizance” whenever he becomes fully informed of the charges presented therein and decides to move forward with the investigation or trial of the offence. take cognizance of something means to take notice of and consider something, especially when judging

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