Under section 17 of the Police Act, 1861, who appoints special police officers when the conditions for…
Section 17 applies when an unlawful assembly, riot or disturbance of the peace has occurred or is reasonably apprehended and the ordinary police force is insufficient. A…
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Under section 17 of the Police Act, 1861, who appoints special police officers when the conditions for such an appointment are met?
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Correct answer C
Section 17 applies when an unlawful assembly, riot or disturbance of the peace has occurred or is reasonably apprehended and the ordinary police force is insufficient.
A police officer of at least Inspector rank may apply to the nearest Magistrate for appointment of residents of the neighbourhood. The Magistrate must comply unless there is cause to refuse.
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Option A
Section 17 assigns the appointment to the nearest Magistrate. An eligible police officer can apply.
Option B
Section 17 requires an application to the nearest Magistrate by an eligible police officer.
Option C
The nearest Magistrate receives the application from an officer of at least Inspector rank and appoints unless there is cause to refuse.
Option D
Section 17 gives an officer of sufficient rank the power to apply. The nearest Magistrate makes the appointment.