CrPC 1898 MCQs – Section116 (Chapter 8 PART IV)

1. Under Section 116 CrPC, the Magistrate may dispense with the personal attendance of a person if—

(A) The police recommend it

(B) The offence is non-cognizable

(C) The accused demands it as a right

(D) He sees sufficient cause

2. When the Magistrate dispenses with personal attendance under Section 116 CrPC, the person may—

(A) Be represented by a pleader

(B) Send a written statement only

(C) Appoint a surety in his absence

(D) Request adjournment of proceedings

3. The power under Section 116 CrPC relates to persons called upon to show cause why they should not be ordered to—

(A) Appear before the High Court

(B) Execute a bond for keeping the peace

(C) Provide evidence against another person

(D) Pay a fine for misconduct

4. The discretion to dispense with personal attendance under Section 116 CrPC lies with—

(A) The Police Officer

(B) The Sessions Judge

(C) The Magistrate

(D) The Complainant