Question

Under the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), 1973, which specific provision provides the legal definition for a 'Bailable Offence'?

• A. Section 2(h)
• B. Section 2(x)
• C. Section 2(c)
• D. Section 2(a)

Hint:

Remember the sequence: Section 2(a) defines Bailable Offence, while Section 2(c) defines Cognizable Offence. These are among the most frequently tested CrPC definitions.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Know the structure.
The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 starts with definitions in Section 2. These define the key terms used in the Code.

Step 2: Understand a bailable offence.
A bailable offence is one where bail can be claimed as a matter of right once conditions are met.

Step 3: Find the exact clause.
Section 2(a) of the CrPC defines a bailable offence as one shown as bailable in the First Schedule or made bailable by any other law in force.

Step 4: See why it matters.
This classification decides the liberty of the accused and the powers of the police and courts on bail.

Step 5: Rule out wrong options.
Section 2(h), 2(x) and 2(c) define other terms, not a bailable offence. Only 2(a) fits.

Step 6: Final answer.
A bailable offence is defined in Section 2(a).
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