This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Forensic Medicine
Ligature material in case of hanging is kept preserved as ? 
Select and explain. 
A. Ligature knot is opened completely, B. Ligature is cut at the knot?, C. Ligature is cut away from the knot, D. Ligature knot is loosened
C: Ligature is cut away from the knot
Answer: C: Ligature is cut away from the knot 
Explanation: Ans. is 'c' i.e., Ligature is cut away from the knot For removal and preservation of the ligature from the dead body in case of hanging it is cut away from the knot and the cut ends are tied with string or wire.