Question

Procedure of investigation of criminal cases under the Criminal Procedure Code is contained in Chapter

• A. XI
• B. XII
• C. X
• D. IX

Hint:

It is extremely useful to have a mental map of the CrPC chapters. Remember the sequence: - Chapter V: Arrest of Persons (Ss. 41-60A). - Chapter VI: Processes to Compel Appearance (Ss. 61-90). - Chapter XII: Information and Investigation (Ss. 154-176). - Chapter XV: Complaints to Magistrates (Ss. 200-203). - Chapter XVI: Commencement of Proceedings (Ss. 204-210). - Chapter XVIII: Trial before a Court of Session. - Chapter XIX: Trial of Warrant Cases by Magistrates. - Chapter XX: Trial of Summons Cases by Magistrates.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CrPC) is systematically organized into chapters, each dealing with a specific stage or aspect of the criminal justice process. The process broadly follows the sequence of Information → Investigation → Inquiry → Trial.
Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
Let's look at the structure of the CrPC regarding the initial stages of a criminal case:
- Chapter XII of the CrPC is titled "INFORMATION TO THE POLICE AND THEIR POWERS TO INVESTIGATE".
This chapter contains the foundational procedures for investigation. It runs from Section 154 to Section 176. Key sections within this chapter include:
- S. 154: Information in cognizable cases (the FIR).
- S. 156: Police officer's power to investigate cognizable cases.
- S. 161: Examination of witnesses by police.
- S. 164: Recording of confessions and statements.
- S. 167: Procedure when investigation cannot be completed in 24 hours (Remand).
- S. 173: Report of police officer on completion of investigation (the Charge Sheet).
Therefore, the procedure for investigation is contained in Chapter XII.