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SHORT ANSWER: Individuals can challenge unlawful detention through Article 22 of the Indian Constitution and provisions under the CrPC and the Preventive Detention Act. DETAILS: - Article 22 provides the right to be informed of the grounds of arrest and the right to consult a legal practitioner. - Under Section 57 of the CrPC, a person arrested must be produced before a magistrate within 24 hours. - The Preventive Detention Act allows for the detention of individuals without trial but mandates a review process and the right to make a representation against the detention. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Unlawful detention can lead to legal consequences for the detaining authority, including compensation claims. SOURCE: - Indian Constitution, Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), Preventive Detention Act
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