Probation Officer Duties : The Probation Of Offenders Act MCQ Practice Questions & Answers (Sanskrit)

The Probation Of Offenders ActEasyProbation Officer Duties

Which of the following is NOT a duty of a Probation Officer under the Probation of Offenders Act, 1958?

To supervise probationers and endeavour to find them suitable employment

To advise and assist offenders in payment of compensation or costs ordered by the court

To inquire into the circumstances or home surroundings of any person accused of an offence

To arrange for lodging and boarding of the probationers

Correct Answer:

(D) To arrange for lodging and boarding of the probationers

Explanation:

Under Section 14 of the Probation of Offenders Act, 1958, the duties of a Probation Officer include inquiring into circumstances of accused persons, supervising probationers and finding them suitable employment, and advising offenders on payment of compensation or costs. Arranging lodging and boarding for probationers is not prescribed as a duty under Section 14.

Probation Officer Duties in The Probation Of Offenders Act : Practice MCQ Questions & Answers with Explanations

Probation Officer Duties in The Probation Of Offenders Act : Practice MCQ Questions & Answers with Explanations