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CIPP-A Exam - Question 75


Although the right to privacy is not explicitly granted in the Indian Constitution, privacy advocates frequently cite Article 21's guarantee of?

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Although the right to privacy is not explicitly stated in the Indian Constitution, it is frequently derived from Article 21, which guarantees the right to life and personal liberty. This article has been interpreted by the Supreme Court of India to include the right to privacy as an essential part of personal liberty.

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rhyst1921Option: A
Mar 25, 2024

The Supreme Court of India considered the citizen's right to privacy on a number of decision under Article 21 of the Constitution 1949, which provides that "No person shall be deprived of his or her life or personal liberty except according to the procedure established by law.

BhimeshOption: A
Mar 28, 2024

Option A - Constitutional Protections Article 21 “No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law.” - Interpreted by SC to include implied protection of privacy as essential ingredient of personal liberty. - Available to anybody, not just citizens. Option B - Right to Property was a Fundamental Right as per the Constitution of India till an amendment was done in 1978. This was the 44th amendment of the Constitution, Article 31 and Article 19(1)(f) was completely removed from the Part III – Fundamental Rights of Constitution. Option C - Article 14 – equality before law. Option D - red herring