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Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the protection of life and personal liberty, frequently invoked by the Punjab and Haryana High Court to safeguard citizen rights?

A. Article 14
B. Article 19
C. Article 21✓ Correct Answer
D. Article 31

💡 Solution & Explanation

Article 21 states that no person shall be deprived of their life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law. The Supreme Court and High Courts have given this article an expansive interpretation to include the right to privacy, clean environment, and livelihood. Article 14 guarantees equality before law, whereas Article 19 secures various freedoms of speech and expression.

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