Under section 161 Cr.P.C the I.O. has power to examine orally any person acquainted with the facts & circumstances of the case. The expression any person acquainted with the facts & circumstances of the case
Verified Answer
A. Does not include accused
B. Refers to prosecution witness only
C. Includes accused
D. Both (A) & (B)
Explanation:
Section 161 of the Cr.P.C. allows a police officer to examine 'any person supposed to be acquainted with the facts and circumstances of the case.' This expression is broad enough to include the accused, though the accused cannot be compelled to incriminate themselves.