What is the position of the Right against self-incrimination in India?

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Q. What is the position of the Right against self-incrimination in India?

[A] Legal right available to citizens only

[B] Fundamental Right available to citizens only

[C] Fundamental Right available to any person

[D] Neither fundamental Right nor legal right

Answer: C

Notes:

Article 20(3) states that “No person accused of any offence shall be compelled to be a witness against himself.” This is stated under Part 3 – Fundamental Rights.

Q. What is the position of the Right against self-incrimination in India?

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