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Here are MCQs from Chapter X – Order for Maintenance of Wives, Children and Parents (Sections 144 to 147) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 : Question 1: Who can claim maintenance under Section 144 of BNSS? A. Only minor children B. Only parents above 60 C. Wife, children (legitimate or illegitimate), and parents D. Only widows Correct Answer: C Explanation: Section 144 allows maintenance to be claimed by wife, legitimate/illegitimate minor children, and dependent parents. Question 2: Under Section 144, a Magistrate can order monthly allowance for maintenance up to: A. ₹5,000 B. ₹10,000 C. ₹25,000 D. As determined by the Magistrate based on case facts Correct Answer: D Explanation: There is no fixed upper limit; the amount is decided based on circumstances and financial capacity. Question 3: Which section provides for alteration in the amount of maintenance? A. Section 145 B. Section 144 C. Section 146 D. Section 147 Correct Answer: C Expl...

Here are MCQs from Chapter V – Arrest of Persons (Sections 35 to 62) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 : Question 1: Under which condition can a police officer arrest without a warrant as per Section 35? A. For any petty offence B. Only after permission from Magistrate C. When a cognizable offence has been committed D. When the person is a witness Correct Answer: C Explanation: Section 35 permits police officers to arrest without a warrant in cognizable offences. Question 2: As per Section 38, what right does an arrested person have during interrogation? A. To remain silent B. To consult an astrologer C. To meet an advocate of their choice D. To demand immediate bail Correct Answer: C Explanation: Section 38 gives the arrested person the right to meet an advocate of their choice during interrogation. Question 3: What does Section 47 mandate for the person arrested? A. To be kept in solitary confinement B. To be informed of grounds of arrest and...

Here are MCQs from Chapter III – Power of Courts (Sections 21 to 29) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 : Question 1: Which court has the authority to try any offence under the BNSS? A. Only Supreme Court B. Any Civil Court C. Only District Court D. Court specified in the First Schedule or conferred with such power Correct Answer: D Explanation: As per Section 21, offences are triable by courts as indicated in the First Schedule or those with specific authority. Question 2: Which of the following sentences can be passed by a High Court under BNSS? A. Fine up to ₹5,000 only B. Any sentence authorized by law C. Community service only D. Detention up to 3 months Correct Answer: B Explanation: Section 22 allows High Courts to pass any sentence authorized by law. Question 3: What is the maximum sentence a Magistrate of First Class can pass under BNSS? A. 3 years and ₹10,000 fine B. 7 years and unlimited fine C. 5 years and ₹1 lakh fine D. 3 years a...