Which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution CANNOT be suspended even during an emergency declared on the grounds of war or external aggression?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Articles 20 and 21.
The Articles 20 and 21 of the Indian Constitution cannot be suspended even during a national emergency declared under Article 352 (war/external aggression).
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Article 20: Protects against ex-post facto laws, double jeopardy, and self-incrimination.
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Article 21: Guarantees right to life and personal liberty (expanded to include fair trial, privacy, etc.).
During the 1975 Emergency, rights under Articles 14, 19, 22 were suspended. Articles 30 (minority educational rights) and 32 (constitutional remedies) can also be restricted.