Which Article of the Indian Constitution mentions that 'No person shall be prosecuted and punished for the same offence more than once'?
- AArticle 20(3)
- BArticle 20(2)
- CArticle 20(4)
- DArticle 20(1)
Solution & Step-by-step Explanation
Article 20(2) of the Indian Constitution protects individuals against "Double Jeopardy," explicitly stating that "No person shall be prosecuted and punished for the same offence more than once."
Article 20(1) deals with protection against ex-post facto laws.
Article 20(3) provides protection against self-incrimination ("No person accused of any offence shall be compelled to be a witness against himself").
Article 20(1) deals with protection against ex-post facto laws.
Article 20(3) provides protection against self-incrimination ("No person accused of any offence shall be compelled to be a witness against himself").