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
Inquest for custodial death is held by: September 2005 
Select and explain. 
A. Doctor, B. Magistrate, C. Sub-inspector, D. District attorney
B: Magistrate
Answer: B: Magistrate 
Explanation: Ans. B: Magistrate Simply stated, the death if a person in custody whether of the police or judicial will amount to Custodial Death. The Magistrate inquest is mandatory for any death of a person in custody to ensure examination of the circumstances leading to death.