What is meant by 'habeas corpus'?

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ALoyalty to Canada and respect for its laws
BThe right to challenge unlawful detention by the state
CA legal responsibility (duty)
DFreedom of speech and of the press

✓ Correct answer: B. The right to challenge unlawful detention by the state Habeas corpus, from English common law, is the right to challenge unlawful detention or imprisonment.

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