When, in any warrant case instituted othetwise than on a police report, the accused appears or is brought before a Magistrate, the Magistrate shall

A. Satisfy himself that he has complied with the provisions of Section 207 of the Code of Criminal Procedure

B. Postpone issue of process against the accused if he is residing at a place beyond and area in which he exercises his jurisdiction

C. Either inquire into the case himself or direct an investigation to be made by a police officer for the purpose of deciding whether or not there is sufficient ground for proceeding

D. Shall proceed to hear the prosecution and take all such evidence as may be produced in support of the prosecution

Answer: Option D