Question
Legal Studies Question on Constitutional Laws
“The High Court may confer on any Magistrate invested with the powers of a Magistrate of the second-class, power to try summarily any offence.” Which of the following is not correct regarding the powers of such Magistrate to try summarily an offence ?
A
Can try offences punishable only with fine
B
Can try offences punishable with imprisonment for a term not exceeding six months with fine
C
Can try offences punishable with imprisonment for a term not exceeding six months without fine
D
Cannot pass a sentence of less than six months
Answer
Cannot pass a sentence of less than six months
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (D): Cannot pass a sentence of less than six months.