Consider the following statements: 1. Punitive detention is based on suspicion, while preventive detention requires a prior conviction. 2. Preventive detention aims to punish an individual for a past offence after a court trial. 3. Punitive detention is imposed after trial and conviction, whereas preventive detention is a precautionary measure without trial. How many of the above statements are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] 3 only

[D] None

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation:

Article 22 protects individuals who are arrested or detained. Detention is categorized into two types: punitive and preventive.
Punitive detention occurs when a person is punished for an offence after undergoing trial and being convicted by a court.
In contrast, preventive detention involves detaining an individual without trial or court conviction. Its objective is not to penalize someone for a past offence but to prevent them from committing an offence in the future.
Preventive detention serves as a precautionary measure based on suspicion.

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