A a police constable used third degree measures against a person on the order of his superior office...........

Indian Penal Code (IPC) 1860 Offences affecting the Human Body

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?

Torture was committed on the order of the superior

Torture was committed on account of fear of losing the job.

Torture was committed on account of fear of being suspended

Torture was committed on account of fear of instant death.