A, a police constable, used third-degree measures against a person on the order of his superior officer. As a result of this torture, the person lost one of his eyes. Which one of the following shall be the ground of defence to succeed in acquitting the accused constable?
A)Torture was committed on the order of the superior
B)Torture was committed on account of fear of losing the job.
C)Torture was committed on account of fear of being suspended
D)Torture was committed on account of fear of instant death.

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The only potential defense that could be considered valid is if the constable acted under duress, such as the fear of instant death, which might negate the voluntariness of his actions.

A, a Police Constable, Used Third-Degree Measures Against a Person