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FIA Act QUESTION #9992
Question 1
An FIA Inspector, without DG authorization, arrests a suspect without warrant based on reasonable suspicion of a scheduled offence. Is this arrest validly made under Section 5(3)?
  • Yes, rank alone is sufficient
  • No, DG authorization is also required✔️
  • Yes, if the offence is serious enough
  • No, only a Magistrate can authorize such arrest
Correct Answer Explanation
Section 5(3) requires both adequate rank (Sub-Inspector or above) AND authorization by the Director General.