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Download Solution PDFWhich of the following articles of the Indian Constitution mentions that no person accused of any offence shall be compelled to be a witness against himself?
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- Article 20 of the Indian Constitution provides protection against arbitrary and excessive punishment to an individual.
- It states that no person accused of any offence shall be compelled to be a witness against himself.
- This article ensures the protection of the rights of individuals in criminal cases and prevents self-incrimination.
- Article 20 is a fundamental right guaranteed under Part III of the Constitution of India.
Additional Information
- Article 20 includes three clauses: protection against ex post facto laws, protection against double jeopardy, and protection against self-incrimination.
- Clause (1) prohibits retroactive criminal legislation.
- Clause (2) prohibits double jeopardy, i.e., no person shall be prosecuted and punished for the same offence more than once.
- Clause (3) protects individuals from being compelled to testify against themselves.
- These protections are available to both citizens and non-citizens.
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