1. Under Section 2(1)(a) of the BNSS, “audio-video electronic means” can be used for which of the following purposes?
A) Only for video conferencing during trials.
B) For recording of processes of identification and search and seizure.
C) Only for the transmission of electronic communication.
D) Both B and C.
2. Who has the power to provide for “other purposes and other means” regarding audio-video electronic tools under the BNSS?
A) The Central Government
B) The High Court of the respective State
C) The State Government
C) The Supreme Court of India
3. Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a purpose for “audio-video electronic means” in Section 2(1)(a)?
A) Recording of evidence
B) Surveillance of habitual offenders
C) Search and seizure
D) Processes of identification
4. The definition of “audio-video electronic means” includes the use of:
A) Any communication device
B) Only devices approved by the Ministry of Electronics and IT
C) Only landline-based video equipment
D) Devices used exclusively by the Judicial Magistrate
5. According to Section 2(1)(b) of BNSS, “bail” means the release of a person from:
A) Police lock-up only
B) The custody of law
C) Judicial remand only
D) Physical restraint by a complainant
6. Under the BNSS definition, bail can be granted to:
A) A person accused of an offence
B) A person suspected of commission of an offence
C) A witness under protection
D) Both A and B
7. Release on bail is contingent upon:
A) The absolute discretion of the SHO without conditions
B) Certain conditions imposed by an officer or Court
C) The payment of a fine to the State treasury
D) The completion of the investigation
8. What legal instruments are required for the release of a person on bail as per the definition?
A) An affidavit of innocence
B) A bond or a bail bond
C) A letter of credit from a nationalized bank
D) A discharge summary from the police station
9. Consider the following statements regarding the definition of “Bail” in BNSS:
(i) It includes release on certain conditions.
(ii) It requires the execution of a bond or bail bond.
(iii) It is only applicable after a charge sheet is filed.
Which of the statements is/are correct?
A) (i) and (ii) only
B) (ii) and (iii) only
C) (i) and (iii) only
D) (i), (ii), and (iii)
10. “Audio-video electronic means” under BNSS is an inclusive definition. This means:
A) The list of purposes provided is exhaustive.
B) The State Government cannot add more means to the list.
C) The definition can expand to include new technologies/purposes as prescribed by rules.
D) It only applies to the Indian Evidence Act (BSA).
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| Q. No | Answer | Q. No | Answer |
| 1 | D | 6 | D |
| 2 | C | 7 | B |
| 3 | B | 8 | B |
| 4 | A | 9 | A |
| 5 | B | 10 | C |