Police officer will take unclaimed property (the property of which owner is not known) into his possession but for its disposal, whose orders are to be taken in consideration for guidance?

Correct option is C

According to Section 25 of the Police Act, when a police officer takes possession of unclaimed property, the District Magistrate's orders are to be considered for guidance regarding the disposal of such property. The District Magistrate holds the authority to decide how such property should be handled, ensuring proper legal procedures are followed.
Information Booster The involvement of the District Magistrate ensures that unclaimed property is dealt with transparently and legally, preventing misuse or misappropriation of such property.
Additional Knowledge
· In charge of Police Thana: Manages the police station but does not have the authority to dispose of unclaimed property independently.
· State Government: Involved in broader policy-making but not in the day-to-day handling of unclaimed property at the district level.