As per section 21-H, any confession made by the accused during investigation without being compelled, before a police officer not below the rank of _________ is admissible in evidence against him if the Court so deems fit ?
Correct answer: D. District Superintendent of Police
- A. Inspector
- B. Deputy Superintendent of Police
- C. All of above
- D. District Superintendent of Police
Explanation
Section 21-H recognises a voluntary confession made during investigation before a police officer not below the rank of District Superintendent of Police, subject to the court considering it fit to admit. An Inspector or Deputy Superintendent of Police does not meet the stated minimum rank.
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