Chapter 39 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898, elaborates on provisions relating to bail, covering both bailable and non-bailable offenses. It outlines circumstances under which bail can be granted, procedures for bond execution, and the powers of the courts regarding bail reduction or denial. The chapter also details processes for discharge from custody, addressing insufficient or fraudulent sureties, and the responsibilities of sureties in securing the appearance of the accused in court.
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Under Section 496, in which cases is bail a right of the accused?
a) All cases punishable with life imprisonment
b) All bailable offenses
c) All non-bailable offenses
d) Only cases involving minors
Answer: b - What is the primary condition for granting bail in non-bailable offenses under Section 497?
a) The accused must plead guilty
b) The offense is not punishable with death or life imprisonment
c) The accused is a habitual offender
d) The complainant agrees to the bail
Answer: b - Who has the authority to reduce the amount of bail under Section 498?
a) The complainant
b) The High Court or Court of Session
c) The arresting police officer
d) The public prosecutor
Answer: b - What restriction is imposed by Section 498-A?
a) No bail can be granted to a person not in custody or against whom no case is registered
b) Bail cannot be granted to women accused of serious crimes
c) Bail is not permitted for offenses involving financial fraud
d) Bail cannot be revoked once granted
Answer: a - Under Section 499, what is required for the execution of a bail bond?
a) Only the accused’s signature is needed
b) Signature of the accused and sureties with specified conditions
c) Approval of the complainant
d) A judicial order from the Supreme Court
Answer: b - What happens when the bail first taken is deemed insufficient as per Section 501?
a) The accused is immediately detained again
b) The court orders sufficient bail to replace the previous one
c) The case is transferred to a higher court
d) The sureties are replaced with new guarantors
Answer: b - Under Section 502, what provision is made for the discharge of sureties?
a) Sureties are discharged automatically after trial
b) Sureties can apply to be released from their obligations
c) Sureties must remain bound until conviction or acquittal
d) Sureties can only be discharged by the police
Answer: b
- What is the maximum number of sureties required for a bail bond under Section 499?
a) One
b) Two or as determined by the court
c) Three
d) There is no maximum limit
Answer: b - Under Section 497, which of the following is a valid reason to deny bail for a non-bailable offense?
a) The accused is a woman
b) The accused is under 18 years of age
c) The accused is likely to tamper with evidence or influence witnesses
d) The accused has no prior criminal record
Answer: c - According to Section 498, which court has overriding powers to grant bail in special circumstances?
a) The Supreme Court
b) The High Court and Court of Session
c) The Magistrate Court
d) Any civil court
Answer: b