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      Question

      Under Section 367(1) of the BNSS, when a Magistrate

      believes that an accused is of unsound mind, he shall—
      A Immediately order release of the accused Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Refer the accused to a psychiatrist without inquiry Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Inquire into the fact of unsoundness of mind and have the person examined by the civil surgeon Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Transfer the case to the Sessions Court Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      E Stay the proceedings indefinitely Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Section 367(1) mandates that when a Magistrate believes the accused is of unsound mind, he shall inquire into the fact of unsoundness and cause examination by the civil surgeon.

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