Under the scheme of Criminal Procedure Code, non-cognizable offences are :

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Under the scheme of Criminal Procedure Code, non-cognizable offences are :

A: Public wrongs

B: Private wrongs

C: Both public and private wrongs

D: None of the above

The answer is: B

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Explanation

The correct option is B: Private wrongs.

Non-cognizable offences are relatively less serious criminal offences that require a warrant from the court to be registered and investigated. These offences include crimes such as defamation, public nuisance, and minor assaults. Unlike cognizable offences, the police cannot arrest the accused without a warrant in non-cognizable offences. Non-cognizable offences are considered private wrongs because they affect the rights and interests of individuals rather than the society as a whole.