Step 1: Understand the criminal trial sequence.
- Discharge: The trial begins with the discharge phase, where the court determines if the case will proceed.
- Plea of Guilt: Following discharge, the accused can plead guilty or not guilty.
- Summon to Defence: If the accused pleads not guilty, the defence is summoned.
- Arguments: The case concludes with arguments, where both sides present their case before a verdict.
Step 2: Conclusion.
The correct sequence is: (B), (A), (D), (C).