If a person who is arrested, is NOT produced before the Magistrate within 24 hours from the time of arrest, he will be entitled to be released on the writ of ________.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Habeas Corpus.
- According to Article 22(2) of the Indian Constitution, if a person who is arrested is not produced before a magistrate within 24 hours from the time of arrest (excluding the time necessary for the journey), they are entitled to be released.
- In such a situation, the individual or their representative can file a writ of Habeas Corpus.
- The writ of Habeas Corpus is a legal remedy that allows a person to challenge the legality of their detention or imprisonment and seek their release if it is found that their detention is unlawful.