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?

• A. Torture was committed on the order of the superior
• B. Torture was committed on account of fear of losing the job.
• C. Torture was committed on account of fear of being suspended
• D. Torture was committed on account of fear of instant death.