1. A, B, and C are three brothers who constitute a Hindu joint family. B executes a registered release deed in favour of A, relinquishing all his rights and interests in the joint family property for valid consideration. Later, the family executed woman files an FIR under Sections 498A IPC and 4 of the Dowry Prohibition Act alleging dowry harassment by her husband and in-laws. The High Court, while hearing a petition under Section 482 CrPC / Section 528 BNSS, examines the FIR in detail, compares it with earlier complaints, finds inconsistencies, and concludes that the allegations appear to be an “afterthought.” It then quashes the FIR.

Which of the following statements correctly reflects the law governing the Court's powers at the stage of quashing an FIR under Section 482 CrPC / Section

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