Question

Which of the following statement is true with regards to a MPs immunity from arrest?

• A. In civil cases while the Legislature is in Session of for 40 days before and after and in criminal cases no arrest during Parliament Session
• B. In civil cases, while Legislature is in Session and for 40 days before and after and in criminal cases arrest can be made at any time
• C. In civil cases no arrest and in criminal cases arrest can be made after one week of Session
• D. No arrest to members in both civil and criminal cases

Answer 1

The correct option is B In civil cases, while Legislature is in Session and for 40 days before and after and in criminal cases arrest can be made at any time

The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908, provides for freedom from arrest and detention of MPs under civil process during the continuance of the meeting of the House or of a committee for forty days before its commencement and forty days after its conclusion.