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Which of the following is not a duty and function of Protection Officers-

A. To get the aggrieved person medically examined, if she has sustained bodily injuries and forward a copy of the medical report to the police station and the Magistrate having jurisdiction in the area where the domestic violence is alleged to have been taken place

B. To refer the dispute between aggrieved person and respondent by obtaining willingness of the aggrieved person to Lokadalat for amicable resolution of dispute

C. To ensure that the order for monetary relief under section 20 is complied with and executed, in accordance with the procedure prescribed under the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (2 of 1974)

D. None of above

Answer: Option B

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