What does police-custody in the context of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 mean?
Verified Answer
A. Handcuffing by the police
B. Confining the accused inside the police station by the police
C. Restricting the movement of the accused
D. Some kind of surveillance and restriction by the police
Explanation:
In the context of the Indian Evidence Act, particularly concerning confessions made in police custody (Section 26), 'police custody' is interpreted broadly. It is not limited to formal arrest or confinement within a police station. It includes any situation where a person is under the surveillance or control of the police, and their freedom of movement is restricted, even if they are not formally arrested or handcuffed.