Q. Consider the following statements about Article 20 of the Indian Constitution-

Which of the following statements given above is/are correct?

1 only

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2 only

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Both 1 and 2

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Neither 1 nor 2

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Solution

The correct option is B 2 only
Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect. Ex post facto application of tax and civil law is not prohibited under this article.

Statement 2 is correct. Article 20 calls for No self-incrimination: No person accused of any offence shall be compelled to be a witness against himself.

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