As a citizen of India there are a few legal rights that you should be aware of to ensure that you can remain safe and happy in the country. Here are 10 legal rights that every Indian should be aware of:
The Indian Law states that pregnant women employees cannot be fired.
Law for the Pregnant
Any hotel in India is required to provide water and toilet facilities without charging a fee.
Free Washroom Access in Hotels
When being arrested, the suspect should necessarily know the accusation against him/her and also on what grounds they are being arrested.
Law for Arrestees
A woman can never be arrested without a woman constable being present.
No Arrest for Women Before Sunrise or Post Sunset
A woman cannot be arrested before sunrise or after sunset.
Compulsory Woman Constable for Woman Arrestee
Sons and daughters both possess equal rights to any inheritance from their parents.
Right to Inheritance
It is not a criminal offence to kiss or hug in public.
Its a Free World!
It is possible for a woman to lodge an FIR at any police station at any time irrespective of the jurisdiction.
FIR, Anytime, Anywhere!
The law prohibits the victims of rape and/or assault to be forced to go to the police station to record their statements.
No, Means NO!
Women are entitled to receive free legal aid in the case of rape.
Free legal aid
These rights among others are unknown to many people and this causes many cases of unlawful arrests and extortion. Spread the word and make India a better place.
