A Magistrate authorizing under section 167, Cr.P.C detention of accused in custody of Police________?
Correct answer: C. Shall record his reasons for so doing
- A. Needs nothing for authorization to be recorded
- B. Needs to deal the matter upon his mode to record the reason or not
- C. Shall record his reasons for so doing
- D. None of above
Explanation
A Magistrate authorizing police custody under section 167 must record reasons for doing so, providing judicial control over remand. This requirement does not apply merely because custody is being sought without justification.
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