Key-Points<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe judgment in Smt. Selvi vs State of Karnataka observed that involuntary administration of these scientific tests was \u201csufficient to constitute a custodial environment\u201d. It amounted to a \u201crestraint on personal liberty\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The consequences of such tests on \u201cindividuals from weaker sections of society who are unaware of their fundamental rights and unable to afford legal advice\u201d can be devastating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It may involve future abuse, harassment and surveillance, even leakage of the video material to the Press for a \u201ctrial by media.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Such tests are an affront to human dignity and liberty, and have long-lasting effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An individual\u2019s decision to make a statement is the product of a private choice and there should be no scope for any other individual to interfere with such autonomy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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