Q: Define section 2(a), 2(b) and 2(c) of Cr.P.C ?

Ans:  
  • Section 2(a) : Bailable offence” means an offence which is shown as bailable in the First Schedule, or which is made bailable by any other law for the time being in force; and “non-bailable offence” means any other offence;
  • Section  2(b) : “charge” includes any head of charge when the charge contains more heads than one;
  • Section 2(c) : “cognizable offence” means an offence for which, and “cognizable case” means a case in which, a police officer may, in accordance with the First Schedule or under any other law for the time being in force, arrest without warrant;


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