Consider the following statements: An accused person can be compelled to:
(i) give his finger prints
(ii) give evidence against himself
(iii) participate in the identification parade
Which of the above statements are correct?
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(i), (ii) and (iii)
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(ii) and (iii)
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(i) and (ii)
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(i) and (iii)
D
Correct answer
Explanation
An accused can be compelled to give fingerprints (i) and participate in identification parade (iii) as these are considered evidence, not testimony. However, Article 20(3) and the right against self-incrimination protect an accused from being compelled to give evidence against themselves (ii). The Constitution protects against testimonial compulsion, not physical evidence like fingerprints.