Question

A Magistrate can direct the investigation into a cognizable offence by __________________.

• A. any Police officer
• B. superior Police officer under Sec. $36$ of Cr. P.C.
• C. station House Officer
• D. C.B.I.

Answer 1

The correct option is A any Police officer

Any police officer.

The magistrate can direct the police to play a role in the investigation and can start without any warrant. But only in the case of a cognizable offense. Otherwise, the arrest warrant is necessary in order to arrest.