The correct answer is Cognizable Offence.For a cognizable offence, the police directly takes cognizance of crime and also does not need approval of court.In cognizable, the police can arrest a person without any warrant.Cognizable offences includes murder, rape, theft, kidnapping, counterfeiting, etc. Additional Information Offences can be classified further into:Bailable and Non-Bailable Offence?Bailable offences lead to a punishment of or less than 3 years. Examples are Cheating, Bribery, Affray etc.Non-Bailable offences can lead to extension up to life imprisonment. Examples are Dowry Killing, Murder, Rape etc.?Compoundable and Non-Compoundable Offence?Compoundable offences are those which can be compromised either with or without court's permission. Examples are adultery, assault, defamation, breach of trust etc.Non-Compoundable can't result in a compromise. These offences affect society and have to end in either conviction or acquittal. Examples are causing hurt intentionally, wrongfully confining a person for 3 or more days etc.Cognizable and Non-Cognizable OffenceNon-cognizable offences include offences like forgery, cheating, assault, defamation and so forth.