If one person is arrested. The atrrested person is Right to consult Advocate. This is say which article

Category: Miscellaneous Indian Gk

Hint: Consider the fundamental rights related to personal liberty.

Correct Answer: D) Art22

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams, State PSC

Difficulty: Easy

Explanations:

Right to be informed of the grounds of arrest: An arrested person must be informed of the grounds of arrest as soon as may be.

Right to consult and be defended by a legal practitioner of one's choice: An arrested person has the right to consult and be defended by a legal practitioner of their choice. This is a fundamental right that ensures that the arrested person can receive legal advice and representation.

Right to be produced before a magistrate within 24 hours of arrest: An arrested person must be produced before a magistrate within 24 hours of arrest, excluding the time necessary for the journey from the place of arrest to the court.

Right to be released on bail: An arrested person has the right to be released on bail, subject to certain conditions.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect. Article 20 deals with protection in respect of conviction for offenses, not the right to consult an advocate.
Option B: Incorrect. Article 21 guarantees the right to life and personal liberty, but not specifically the right to consult an advocate.
Option C: Incorrect. Article 21A is about the right to free and compulsory education for children aged 6 to 14 years.
Option D: Correct. Article 22 provides protection against arrest and detention in certain cases, including the right to consult and be defended by a legal practitioner of one's choice.

Mnemonic: Remember "22" for "Two to Talk" (to consult an advocate)

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