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The writ of 'Habeas Corpus' is issued in the event of – |
A. | Los of property |
B. | Refund of excess taxes |
C. | Wrongful police detention |
D. | Violation of the freedom of speech |
Answer» C. Wrongful police detention | |
Explanation: Habeas corpus means "you must present the person in court". It is a writ (legal action) which requires a person under arrest to be brought before a judge or into court. This ensures that a prisoner can be released from unlawful detention, in other words, detention lacking sufficient cause or evidence. |
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