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Question
What does FIR stand for under the Criminal Law?
Options
Forensic Investigation Report
First Investigation Report
First Information Report
Formal Interrogation Record
Solution
First Information Report
Explanation:
FIR stands for First Information Report. It is a written document prepared by Police when they receive a piece of information about a cognizable offence. Hence "First Information Report" is correct.
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