Multiple choice

Assault or use of criminal force otherwise than on grave provocation under Section 353 of the IPC is which kind of offence?

  1. Bailable and cognizable

  2. Bailable and non-cognizable

  3. Non-bailable and cognizable

  4. Non-bailable and non-cognizable
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Explanation

Assault or criminal force on a public servant (except on grave provocation) under Section 353 IPC is a bailable and non-cognizable offense. This means police cannot arrest without warrant, and bail is a matter of right. Grave provocation would change the nature.

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