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Basic ingredient of Section 497(2), of Cr.P.C to release accused on bail is____________?

Correct answer: B. Case of further inquiry

  • A. Innocence of accused
  • B. Case of further inquiry
  • C. None of the above
  • D. None of above

Explanation

The operative basis for bail under section 497(2) is that the case calls for further inquiry into the accused’s guilt. Mere assertion of innocence is not the statutory test, although the inquiry may raise doubt about guilt.

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