Which one of the following is the correct sequence of protection in respect of conviction for offences?
Verified Answer
A. (A) Ex post facto penal laws-double jeopardy-self incrimination
B. (B) Double jeopardy-ex post facto penal laws-self incrimination
C. (C) Self incrimination-double jeopardy-ex post facto penal laws
D. (D) Ex post facto penal laws-self incrimination-double jeopardy
Explanation:
Article 20 of the Indian Constitution provides three protections in respect of conviction for offences, in the following sequence: Article 20(1) protects against ex post facto penal laws, Article 20(2) protects against double jeopardy, and Article 20(3) protects against self-incrimination.