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Article 20(3) of the Indian Constitution provides immunity against 'self-incrimination'. What does this mean?

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1The state cannot enhance the punishment retrospectively
2An accused has the right to free legal aid from the state
3No person can be detained for more than twenty-four hours without judicial scrutiny
4No person accused of an offence shall be compelled to be a witness against himself✓

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No person accused of an offence shall be compelled to be a witness against himself

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