A
A fully qualified judicial magistrate handling corporate criminal trials
B
A trained professional who performs tasks assisting fully qualified professionals in legal, accounting, or administrative duties
C
An independent auditor appointed directly by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India
D
A corporate executive officer responsible for international trade negotiations
Correct answer: (b) A trained professional who performs tasks assisting fully qualified professionals in legal, accounting, or administrative duties
Explanation
A paraprofessional is defined as a trained professional who performs tasks assisting fully qualified professionals in fields like legal, accounting, or administrative duties. The other options mischaracterize the role entirely.
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