Question

    Under the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, what

    is the prescribed procedure when information about a cognizable offence is given orally to a police officer?
    A The officer must record it in writing and read it over to the informant. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The officer must ignore oral complaints unless given in writing later. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The officer may record it at his discretion if the informant insists. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The oral complaint must be forwarded to the Magistrate without being recorded. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E The police officer must audio-record the statement and send it to the court directly. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    According to Section 173(1) of the BNSS, 2023, when information about a cognizable offence is given orally, the police officer must reduce it to writing, read it back to the informant, and ensure that it is signed by the informant. Furthermore, if the information is given electronically (e.g., via email), the same must be recorded in physical form and signed within three days by the informant. This ensures transparency and accountability in the FIR process. This procedure protects the rights of both the informant and the accused and ensures that there is no ambiguity or manipulation in how FIRs are registered.

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