With reference to Article 21 of Indian Constitution, consider the following statements: The rights available under this article is available to Indian citizens only. It includes protection from arbitrary executive and legislative proceedings. It can be taken only by the process established by law. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q. With reference to Article 21 of Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:
1. The rights available under this article is available to Indian citizens only.
2. It includes protection from arbitrary executive and legislative proceedings.
3. It can be taken only by the process established by law.
strong> Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: B

Notes:

Statement 1 is incorrect: This right is available to both citizens and non-citizens.

Statement 2 is correct: It protects from arbitrary executive and arbitrary legislative proceedings.

Statement 3 is correct: Article 21 declares that no person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to the procedure established by law.

Source: The Hindu

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