Multiple choice

Double jeopardy mentioned in article 20 of the constitution means

  1. parliament is prohibited from making restropective laws

  2. no person shall be punished for the same offence twice

  3. no person shall be compelled to be a witness against himself

  4. no person shall be convicted for any crime without any valid proof
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Explanation

Article 20 says that no person shall be prosecuted and punished for the same offence more than once. This is called Doctrine of Double Jeopardy.  

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