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Which section of the Police Act, 1861 sets out general duties of police officers, including executing…

Section 23 is the general duties provision. It directs officers to execute lawful orders and warrants and to prevent offences and public nuisances.

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Which section of the Police Act, 1861 sets out general duties of police officers, including executing lawful orders and warrants and preventing offences and public nuisances?

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Section 23 is the general duties provision. It directs officers to execute lawful orders and warrants and to prevent offences and public nuisances.

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Option A

Section 10 regulates other employment by a police officer.

Option B

Section 23 sets out general duties including executing lawful orders and warrants and preventing offences and public nuisances.

Option C

Section 18 specifies the position, powers and duties of specially appointed police officers by reference to ordinary officers.

Option D

Section 24 permits a police officer to lay information before a Magistrate and apply for process.

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