Article 22 of CoI : Article 22: Protection against arrest and detention in certain cases.

Explanation using Example

Example 1:

Ravi, a resident of Delhi, is arrested by the police on suspicion of theft. As per Article 22(1) of the Constitution of India, the police must inform Ravi of the grounds for his arrest immediately. Ravi is also entitled to consult and be defended by a lawyer of his choice. The police cannot deny him this right.

Example 2:

Priya is arrested in Mumbai for allegedly participating in a protest. According to Article 22(2), the police must produce Priya before the nearest magistrate within 24 hours of her arrest, excluding the time taken to travel from the place of arrest to the court. If the police fail to do so, Priya's detention becomes illegal.

Example 3:

Arjun, a foreign national from a country at war with India, is arrested in Chennai. As per Article 22(3)(a), the protections under clauses (1) and (2) do not apply to Arj...

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