Second Complaint could be filed before Magistrate on the same allegation
There is no provision in the Code or in any other statute which debars a complainant from filing a second complaint on the same allegation as in the first complaint.…
Complaint & Its Essentials
The word “complaint” has a wide meaning since it includes even an oral allegation. It may, therefore, be assumed that no form is prescribed which the complaint must take. It…
What are the courses available to a Magistrate on receipt of a negative report / Final Report by the Investigating Officer?
The following four courses are open to the Magistrate concerned: – 1. to accept the report and to drop the proceedings; 2. to direct further investigation to be made by…
Quantum of punishment – Disciplinary matters
If the punishment imposed by the disciplinary authority or the appellate authority shocks the conscience of the High Court/Tribunal, it would appropriately mould the relief, either directing the disciplinary/appellate authority…
Why should a person arrested be informed about the ground of arrest?
a) The requirement of informing the person arrested of the grounds of arrest is not a formality but a mandatory constitutional condition. b) Once a person is arrested, his right…
Quashing of FIR
When a prayer for quashing the FIR is made by the alleged accused and the court when it exercises the power under Section 482 CrPC (now Section 528 of the…
What is default bail?
Default bail is also known by the name ‘compulsory bail’, as the grant of bail upon meeting the eligibility requirements is indispensable. It is also known as ‘statutory bail’, as…
Definition of Abetment & Suicide Pact
Abetment involves the mental process of instigating a person or intentionally aiding a person in doing of a thing. Abetment by a person is when a person instigates another to…
Article 21 of the Constitution – Right of Speedy Trial
Right of Life & Liberty under Article 21 includes : (i) Speedy Trial (ii) Timely completion of the investigation (iii) Fair trial (iv) Fair Procedure etc. The rights enshrined under…
Current Affairs – 08/04/2026
The second edition of the International Conference on “Spacecraft Mission Operations: SMOPS- 2026” with the theme of “Innovative Operations for Smart and Sustainable Space Mission Management – Next Generation” is…
Daily Current Affairs – 06/04/2026
India achieved its highest-ever annual wind capacity addition of 6.05 GW during FY 2025-26 crossing the landmark of 5.5 GW capacity addition in FY 2016-17. This also represents an increase…
Daily Current Affairs For CLAT – 05/04/2026
05/04/2026 – National Maritime Day 05/04/2026 – Birth anniversary of Babu Jagjivan Ram -Former Deputy Prime Minister – He dedicated his life to the ideals of equality and social justice. …
Right of Accused after Arrest
Section 47 of the BNSS reads thus: “47. Person arrested to be informed of grounds of arrest and of right to bail. – (1) Every police officer or other person…