Question

Section 125 of the Criminal Procedure Code is "SECULAR" in character was observed in which of the following case?

• A. Lalita Kumari V. State of Uttar Pradesh
• B. Arnesh Kumar's Case
• C. Mohd. Ahmed Khan V. Shah Bano Begum
• D. Selvy V. State of Karnataka

Hint:

Section 125 of the CrPC is secular in nature and applies to all individuals, as observed in the case of Mohd. Ahmed Khan V. Shah Bano Begum.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding the Question.
In the case of Mohd. Ahmed Khan V. Shah Bano Begum, the Supreme Court observed that Section 125 of the CrPC, which deals with maintenance, is secular in character as it applies to all individuals regardless of their religion.
Step 2: Analysis of Options.
- (A) Lalita Kumari V. State of Uttar Pradesh: This case dealt with the registration of FIR and is not related to Section 125 of CrPC.
- (B) Arnesh Kumar's Case: This case deals with arrest procedures and is not related to Section 125.
- (C) Mohd. Ahmed Khan V. Shah Bano Begum: This is the correct answer, as it involves Section 125 and the secular nature of the law.
- (D) Selvy V. State of Karnataka: This case is not related to Section 125.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, the correct answer is (C) Mohd. Ahmed Khan V. Shah Bano Begum.