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SHORT ANSWER: Article 22 of the Indian Constitution protects individuals from unlawful detention. DETAILS: - Article 22(1) provides the right to be informed of the grounds of arrest. - Article 22(2) mandates that an arrested person must be produced before a magistrate within 24 hours. - Article 22(3) outlines exceptions for preventive detention, allowing detention without trial under certain conditions. - The Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) provides procedures for arrest and detention, ensuring compliance with constitutional rights. - The Preventive Detention Act allows for detention without trial but requires safeguards like review by an advisory board. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Unlawful detention can lead to legal action against the authorities involved. SOURCE: - Constitution of India, Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC), Preventive Detention Act.
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