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In which court is writ of Habeas Corpus filed under section 491 of Cr.P.C?

Correct answer: A. High Court

  • A. High Court
  • B. District Court
  • C. Civil Court
  • D. Supreme Court

Explanation

Section 491 of the Code of Criminal Procedure empowers the High Court to issue directions in the nature of habeas corpus for the release of a person unlawfully or improperly detained. It is therefore not ordinarily filed as a section 491 proceeding in a District or Civil Court.

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