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Under section 46, Cr.P.C ______ of body is sufficient for arrest?

Correct answer: B. Touching

  • A. Capturing
  • B. Touching
  • C. None of the above
  • D. None of above

Explanation

Under section 46, arrest is ordinarily effected by touching or confining the body of the person, unless the person submits to custody by words or conduct. Thus, physical touching can be sufficient to constitute arrest.

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