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    Question

    Under Section 193(3)(ii) of the BNSS, 2023, within what

    time period must the investigating officer inform the informant or victim about the progress of the investigation?
    A Within 15 days of arrest Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Within 90 days from the date of recording of information, and this information may be provided through electronic communication or other means Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Investigation progress is not required to be communicated to the victim Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Only at the conclusion of investigation Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E The investigating officer has discretion to decide the timing Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

     Section 193(3)(ii) of the BNSS states: "the officer in charge of the police station shall...within a period of  ninety days , inform the progress of the investigation...to the  informant or the victim  by any means including through electronic communication." This represents a  victim-centric enhancement  over CrPC (which had no specific timeline). The 90-day period is calculated from the date of recording information (initiation of investigation), not from later milestones. This ensures transparency and keeps victims informed, recognizing their role in the criminal justice system.

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