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Who among the following can investigate an offence, committed under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 ?
Explanation
According to Rule 7(1) of the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Rules, 1995, an offence committed under the Act must be investigated by a police officer not below the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP).
- The investigating officer is appointed by the State Government, Director General of Police, or the Superintendent of Police based on their experience and ability to handle such sensitive cases.
- The rule ensures that investigations into atrocities against SC/ST communities are conducted by senior officers to maintain integrity and prevent local influence.
- The investigation is required to be completed on a priority basis, generally within sixty days, and the report submitted to the Superintendent of Police.
Therefore, while an SP is a higher rank, the statutory minimum requirement for the investigating officer is the rank of DSP.
SIMILAR QUESTIONS
Under the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, which one of the following is not permitted ?
The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 may be seen as giving effect to which of the following Fundamental Rights? 1. Equality before the Law 2. Right against Discrimination 3. Abolition of Untouchability 4. Right to Freedom of Religion Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Which of the following are constitutional provisions and laws for the protection of the rights of the Scheduled Castes in India? 1. Article 17 of the Constitution of India 2. The Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 3. The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 Select the correct answer using the code given below.
Which one among the following is not the power of the National Commission for the Scheduled Castes?