226. If, after considering the statements on oath (if any) of the complainant and of the witnesses and the result of the inquiry or investigation (if any) under section 225, the Magistrate is of opinion that there is no sufficient ground for proceeding, he shall dismiss the complaint, and in every such case he shall briefly record his reasons for so doing.
Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
Section 221 Cognizance of offence
Section 222 Prosecution for defamation
Section 223 Examination of complainant
Section 224 Procedure by Magistrate not competent to take cognizance of case
Section 225 Postponement of issue of process
Section 226 Dismissal of complaint
Section 228 Magistrate may dispense with personal attendance of accused
Section 229 Special summons in cases of petty offence
Section 230 Supply to accused of copy of police report and other documents