Your Legal Rights
Understanding your rights is the first step to protecting them. Explore comprehensive guides on your legal rights backed by the Constitution of India and various statutes.
Rights During Arrest
Know what the police can and cannot do when arresting you or questioning you.
- Right to know grounds of arrest (Article 22)
- Right to consult a lawyer
- Right to inform family/friend
- Right to be produced before magistrate within 24 hours
Fundamental Rights
Constitutional rights guaranteed to every Indian citizen that cannot be taken away.
- Right to Equality (Articles 14-18)
- Right to Freedom (Articles 19-22)
- Right Against Exploitation (Articles 23-24)
- Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25-28)
Consumer Rights
Protection against unfair trade practices and defective goods/services.
- Right to Safety
- Right to Information
- Right to Choose
- Right to Seek Redressal
Tenant Rights
Legal protections for tenants under Indian rental laws.
- Right to peaceful possession
- Right to essential services
- Protection against arbitrary eviction
- Right to rent receipt
Workplace Rights
Employee rights and protections under Indian labour laws.
- Right to minimum wages
- Right to safe working conditions
- Right against sexual harassment (POSH Act)
- Right to maternity benefits
Women's Rights
Special legal protections for women under Indian law.
- Protection under Domestic Violence Act
- Right to equal pay
- Protection under POSH Act
- Right to maternal benefits
Key Constitutional Provisions
These articles form the foundation of your rights as an Indian citizen.
Right to Equality
"The State shall not deny to any person equality before the law or the equal protection of the laws within the territory of India."
Freedom of Speech and Expression
"All citizens shall have the right to freedom of speech and expression, assembly, association, movement, residence, and profession."
Right to Life and Personal Liberty
"No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law."
Protection Against Arrest
"No person who is arrested shall be detained without being informed of the grounds for arrest, nor denied the right to consult a legal practitioner."
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