Right to Protection of Life and Personal Liberty is given under which Article of the Indian Constitution?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is: (b) Article 21
Explanation:
· Article 21 of the Indian Constitution states: “No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law.”
· It is one of the most significant fundamental rights and has been interpreted widely by the Supreme Court to include the right to health, education, privacy, etc.
Information Booster:
· It is available to both citizens and non-citizens.
· Judicial activism has expanded its scope significantly.
· Basis of Public Interest Litigations (PILs).
· Right to privacy declared a fundamental right under Article 21 (2017).
· Article 21 is enforceable under Article 32 (Right to Constitutional Remedies).
Additional Information:
· Article 23: Prohibition of human trafficking and forced labour.
· Article 20: Protection in respect of conviction for offences.
· Article 22: Protection against arrest and detention in certain cases.