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What is the implication of the court's clarification on the right to adopt?

It is an administrative decision made by the police authority
It does not grant prospective adoptive parents the authority to demand their choice of adoptee. (correct)
It is a fundamental right under Article 21 of the Constitution.
It is a legal obligation for the state to provide adoptive parents with their choice of adoptee.

What is the main difference between a General Diary and a First Information Report (FIR)?

A General Diary is used for administrative purposes, while an FIR is used for criminal investigations. (correct)
A General Diary is used for juvenile cases, while an FIR is used for adult cases.
A General Diary is used for non-cognizable offences, while an FIR is used for cognizable offences.
A General Diary is used for criminal investigations, while an FIR is used for administrative purposes.

What is the significance of a First Information Report (FIR)?

It is a legal document that initiates the investigation process and is admissible as evidence in court. (correct)
It is an internal police record used for administrative purposes.
It is a document that is only used for juvenile cases.
It is a document that is only used for non-cognizable offences.

What is the definition of a cognizable offence?

A serious crime where the police can arrest without a warrant and investigate without court permission. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of maintaining a General Diary?

To record all important transactions and events within the police station. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the signature of the complainant on an FIR?

It acknowledges the submission of the complaint to the police. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the implication of the Supreme Court's ruling in Lalita Kumari v. Government of Uttar Pradesh & Others (2014)?

Information disclosing a cognizable offence must be recorded as a First Information Report (FIR). (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal status of a General Diary?

It is an internal administrative record for the police station. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of sending copies of the FIR to superior officers and judicial magistrates?

To keep them informed about the case. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the basis for initiating criminal proceedings and investigations?

The First Information Report (FIR). (A) Signup and view all the answers

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