Q1: 1. In the context of Section 227 of the Code of Criminal Procedure 1973, what is meant by "discharge"?

• A) A. Acquittal
• B) B. Conviction
• C) C. Arrest
• D) D. Bail

Q2: 2. What is the primary purpose of Section 227 in the Code of Criminal Procedure 1973?

• A) A. To initiate trial proceedings
• B) B. To grant bail to the accused
• C) C. To dismiss the case
• D) D. To consider the evidence and decide on discharge

Q3: 3. When can a court order discharge of the accused under Section 227?

• A) A. When the accused admits guilt
• B) B. When there is insufficient evidence
• C) C. When the trial has already begun
• D) D. When the offense is heinous

Q4: 4. Which of the following statements is true regarding the discharge under Section 227?

• A) A. Discharge is final and cannot be challenged
• B) B. Discharge is a temporary relief
• C) C. Discharge can be revoked at any time
• D) D. Discharge leads to immediate arrest

Q5: 5. In what stage of the criminal proceedings does Section 227 come into play?

• A) A. Investigation stage
• B) B. Pre-trial stage
• C) C. Trial stage
• D) D. Post-conviction stage

Q6: 6. A real-life scenario where Section 227 may be invoked is when

• A) A. The prosecution fails to produce any evidence against the accused
• B) B. The accused confesses to the crime
• C) C. The trial is in progress
• D) D. The offense is minor

Q7: 7. Which of the following is NOT a consideration for the court while deciding on discharge under Section 227?

• A) A. Merits of the case
• B) B. Gravity of the offense
• C) C. Public opinion
• D) D. Legality of evidence

Q8: 8. What happens if the court discharges the accused under Section 227?

• A) A. The case is closed
• B) B. The accused is immediately released
• C) C. The trial proceeds to the next stage
• D) D. The accused is convicted

Q9: 9. A situation where the court may not discharge the accused under Section 227 is when

• A) A. There is no prima facie case against the accused
• B) B. The offense carries a heavy penalty
• C) C. The accused is a first-time offender
• D) D. The victim requests discharge

Q10: 10. Which of the following is a safeguard provided under Section 227 of the CrPC?

• A) A. Right to appeal the discharge order
• B) B. Right to cross-examine witnesses
• C) C. Right to self-representation
• D) D. Right to delay the trial

Q11: 11. When can the accused seek discharge under Section 227 of the CrPC?

• A) A. Before the charge sheet is filed
• B) B. After the trial commences
• C) C. During the appeal stage
• D) D. At any time during the proceedings

Q12: 12. Which principle guides the court in deciding on discharge under Section 227?

• A) A. Beyond reasonable doubt
• B) B. Preponderance of probabilities
• C) C. Prima facie case
• D) D. Res ipsa loquitur

Q13: 13. In a scenario where the accused is discharged under Section 227

• A) A. The case proceeds to trial
• B) B. The accused is immediately acquitted
• C) C. The accused can be re-arrested
• D) D. The case is closed permanently

Q14: 14. What role does the prosecution play in the discharge proceedings under Section 227?

• A) A. Presents evidence against the accused
• B) B. Defends the accused
• C) C. Files a separate case against the accused
• D) D. Acts as a mediator between the court and the accused

Q15: 15. Which of the following is crucial for the court to consider while deciding on discharge under Section 227?

• A) A. Media coverage of the case
• B) B. Previous criminal record of the accused
• C) C. Political affiliations of the accused
• D) D. Legal merit of the case

Q16: 16. A situation where the court may discharge the accused under Section 227 is when

• A) A. The accused is a public figure
• B) B. Witnesses refuse to testify
• C) C. There is no likelihood of conviction
• D) D. The offense is committed in a different jurisdiction

Q17: 17. Which of the following statements is true regarding the discharge order under Section 227?

• A) A. It can be challenged only by the accused
• B) B. It is final and binding
• C) C. It can be issued without a hearing
• D) D. It is valid only for a limited period

Q18: 18. What standard of proof is required for the court to discharge the accused under Section 227?

• A) A. Proof beyond a reasonable doubt
• B) B. Proof beyond a shadow of a doubt
• C) C. Prima facie evidence
• D) D. Clear and convincing evidence

Q19: 19. In a scenario where the court rejects the discharge plea under Section 227

• A) A. The accused can appeal the decision
• B) B. The trial must begin immediately
• C) C. The accused is automatically convicted
• D) D. The case is dismissed

Q20: 20. Which stage of the criminal proceedings follows the discharge order under Section 227?

• A) A. Sentencing
• B) B. Acquittal
• C) C. Bail hearing
• D) D. Closure of the case

Q21: 21. A real-life problem where Section 227 may be applicable is when

• A) A. There are conflicting witness testimonies
• B) B. The accused is a minor
• C) C. The offense is committed in self-defense
• D) D. The prosecutor fails to establish a case

Q22: 22. What is the significance of Section 227 in the criminal justice system?

• A) A. Speeds up the trial process
• B) B. Protects the accused from arbitrary prosecution
• C) C. Eliminates the need for evidence
• D) D. Allows public voting on the case

Q23: 23. Which factor is NOT relevant for the court to consider while deciding on discharge under Section 227?

• A) A. Circumstantial evidence
• B) B. Witness credibility
• C) C. Accused's financial status
• D) D. Legal precedents

Q24: 24. What happens if the court orders discharge under Section 227 after the trial has commenced?

• A) A. The case is dismissed
• B) B. The trial continues
• C) C. The accused is automatically acquitted
• D) D. The prosecution can appeal the decision

Q25: 25. A situation where the court may exercise discretion in granting discharge under Section 227 is when

• A) A. The accused is a repeat offender
• B) B. The offense is non-bailable
• C) C. The evidence is weak but not entirely lacking
• D) D. The case attracts media attention