Question

Police may carry out personal search on an arrested person,

• A. U/s 49 Cr.PC
• B. U/s 50 Cr.PC
• C. U/s 51 Cr.PC
• D. U/s 52 Cr.PC

Hint:

Police can conduct a personal search on an arrested person under Section 51 of the CrPC.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding Section 51 of the CrPC.
Section 51 of the Criminal Procedure Code allows the police to carry out a personal search of an arrested person when necessary. This provision ensures that the arresting officer can check the arrested individual for weapons or contraband.

Step 2: Explanation of Other Options.
- (a) Section 49 does not specifically deal with the personal search of an arrested person. - (b) Section 50 deals with informing the person about the grounds of arrest, not search. - (d) Section 52 deals with the arrest of a woman, not the search.

Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct provision for personal search of an arrested person is Section 51 CrPC.