Question

An advocate who practices in the Court of any Magistrate __________.

• A. may sit as a Magistrate in that Court
• B. may sit as a Magistrate in any Court within the local jurisdiction of that Court
• C. may sit as a Magistrate in that Court or in any Court within the local jurisdiction of that Court with special permission of High Court
• D. may not sit as a Magistrate in that Court or in any case within the local jurisdiction of that Court

Hint:

In questions involving an advocate’s role as a Magistrate, check whether special permissions or conditions are required, as rules often vary depending on the case and the local jurisdiction.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

An advocate can sit as a Magistrate in the same court or other courts within the jurisdiction, but this requires specific permission from the High Court. Hence, Option (c) is correct.