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Whoever, being a Police Officer without lawful authority or reasonable cause enters or searches or causes to be entered or searched any building, vessel, tent or place shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to_______________?

Correct answer: C. Five years with fine

  • A. Three years with fine
  • B. Four years with fine
  • C. Five years with fine
  • D. None of the above

Explanation

Unauthorized entry or search by a police officer is a serious abuse of police power and carries imprisonment extending to five years, along with a fine. The lesser three- and four-year periods are therefore incorrect.

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