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Under which Section of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, the term "Offence" has been defined?
Question

Under which Section of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, the term "Offence" has been defined?

A.

Section 40

B.

Section 2(n)

C.

Section 2(w)

D.

None of the above

Correct option is B

The term "offense" is defined under Section 2(n) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. It includes any act or omission made punishable by law.
Information Booster Section 2(n) of the Cr.P.C. provides a broad definition of an offense, covering acts or omissions punishable under any law in India. This definition is critical as it determines the applicability of various procedural rules under the Cr.P.C.
Additional Knowledge
· Section 40 Cr.P.C. This Section deals with the duty of village officers and other specified individuals to inform a Magistrate or police officer of certain offenses.
· Section 2(w) This Section defines the term "summons case," which refers to cases related to offenses that are punishable with imprisonment of less than two years.
· None of the above Since the correct answer is listed, this option is incorrect.

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