Question

Taking measurements of convicts for the purposes of identification and investigation in criminal matters is expressly authorized under the ____.

• A. The Constitution of India
• B. Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023
• C. Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam, 2023
• D. The Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022

Hint:

Always link “measurements for identification” with the Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Purpose of taking measurements.
Taking measurements such as fingerprints, palm prints, photographs, and other biometric data is essential for effective identification and investigation in criminal matters.
Step 2: Statutory authorization.
The Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022 expressly authorizes the taking, collection, storage, and analysis of such measurements of convicts and other specified persons.
Step 3: Exclusion of other options.
Neither the Constitution nor the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita or Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam specifically and expressly provides this authorization in the manner done by the 2022 Act.
Step 4: Conclusion.
Hence, the correct answer is (D) The Criminal Procedure (Identification) Act, 2022.