WorldAugust 16, 2026

panchnama

pun-chuh-NAA-muh

Definition

A formal legal document or report prepared by police in India detailing the findings of an on-site investigation, typically witnessed and signed by independent observers.

Etymology

The word is derived from the Hindi words 'panch' (meaning five) and 'nama' (meaning document or record). It historically refers to a record verified by a council of five or more community members.

In the news

The article mentions that the police team conducted a panchnama at the scene of the officer's death, which is a standard procedural step for documenting physical evidence.

Nagpur Police API Dies by Suicide in Government Quarter; Probe Underway

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