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Is it illegal to roam at night in india even if you are not drunk ?


25-Jul-2024 (In Civil Law)
Sir, is there any law or article that defines that roaming at night or sitting anywhere is illegal in India if you are not drunk or even smoking? can police stop you for walking late at night in india ?
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Answer #1
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Roaming the streets at night in India is not illegal. The Constitution guarantees citizens the right to freedom of movement, and that includes nighttime strolls, chai runs, or late-night existential walks.

However, police do have the authority to question you if they find something suspicious or if you're in a high-security area. They can't harass or detain you without reason. The only exceptions come during curfews, emergencies, or under specific local restrictions (like Section 144 being imposed).

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Answer #2
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No, there is no such law, which prohibits any person from roaming at night. Though, police personnel may enquire or ask question as roaming at night may, in a way arise suspicion. Also, regarding sitting anywhere, there may be few places like residential housings, private societies and gardens which reserve right to admission in their premises. However, there is no law prohibiting roaming or sitting in public places at night.
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Answer #3
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No, there is no article or section is defining the roaming in the night or sitting is illegal in India when your not drunk. Roaming in night in India is illegal while when some restrict is applicable in that areas i.e when is mandatory ban by government.
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