When you happen to see the murder of a person, you are expected to
Question and options
When you happen to see the murder of a person, you are expected to
- wait for the victim's family to complain
- give information to police
- run away from the place of murder
- remain silent as a helpless person
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - give information to police
Under Section 33 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (formerly Section 39 CrPC), a person aware of certain offences, including murder, is bound to give information to the police (or a magistrate). Of the options, only giving information to the police meets that duty.
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