Bare ActBasic Legal Terms
Cognizable Offence — What is a cognizable offence?
A cognizable offence is a serious crime — such as murder or theft — for which police can arrest a person without a warrant and begin investigation without prior court approval.
Related sections
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Equality before law
Constitution of India
Section 14
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Protection of life and personal liberty
Constitution of India
Section 21
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Equality before law
Constitution of India
Article 14
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Prohibition of discrimination
Constitution of India
Article 15
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Equality of opportunity in public employment
Constitution of India
Article 16
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Abolition of untouchability
Constitution of India
Article 17
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