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Section 167, Cr.P.C, bars that the accused shall not be kept out of the prison while in custody of the police between?

Correct answer: B. Sunset and sunrise

  • A. Afternoon and evening
  • B. Sunset and sunrise
  • C. Early morning and noon
  • D. None of above

Explanation

Section 167 contains the safeguard that an accused in police custody must not be kept out of prison between sunset and sunrise. This protects against prolonged or irregular overnight police detention.

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