Right of the Arrested Person to Consult an Advocate During Interrogation Introduction The year 2023 marked a historic transformation in India’s criminal justice system with the introduction of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) , replacing the 50-year-old Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC) of 1973. Among the many reforms, Section 38 BNSS is one of the most significant safeguards for citizens, especially those facing arrest or police questioning. This provision ensures that even after being arrested, a person does not lose their fundamental right to legal support . What is Section 38 BNSS 2023? Section 38 clearly states that an arrested individual has the right to meet an advocate of his choice during police interrogation , although the advocate cannot remain present for the entire duration of questioning. In simple language: If someone is arrested by the police, They can ask for their lawyer to meet them while they are being questioned, But the lawyer is all...