Inquiry

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The Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898

(ACT NO. V OF 1898)

 

Inquiry



Section: 4. (1) (k) 

"Inquiry" includes every inquiry other than a trial conducted under this Code by a Magistrate or Court

 

 

 

 

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