SHORT ANSWER:
Yes, a minor can file an FIR in India.
DETAILS:
- A minor can file an FIR through a guardian or a person who is aware of the incident.
- The police are required to register the FIR and take appropriate action.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- There are no specific punishments for filing an FIR as a minor, but false FIRs can lead to legal consequences for the person filing.
SOURCE:
- Indian Penal Code (IPC) and Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)
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