Know Your Rights as an Indian Citizen
Tell us the situation you are facing and instantly see the rights that protect you, the Constitution Articles and laws that apply, and a clear step-by-step action plan.
Try “police stopped me”, “salary not paid”, “landlord eviction”, “file RTI”…
Police & Arrest
Your Rights If the Police Stop You
Being stopped or questioned by police does not strip away your rights. You can ask why you are being stopped, stay calm, and you cannot be detained indefinitely without arrest.
Know your rights →Your Rights If You Are Arrested
On arrest you must be told the grounds, allowed to inform someone, produced before a magistrate within 24 hours, and you have the right to a lawyer.
Know your rights →How to File an FIR (and What If Police Refuse)
For a cognizable offence the police must register an FIR free of cost. If they refuse, you can escalate to the SP, file online, or approach a magistrate.
Know your rights →Work & Wages
Your Rights If Your Employer Does Not Pay Wages
Wages must be paid on time. You can send a written demand, file a claim under the wage laws, and approach the labour authorities or the Labour Court.
Know your rights →Your Rights Against Sexual Harassment at Work
Every workplace with 10+ employees must have an Internal Committee. You can file a written complaint; the law protects you from retaliation.
Know your rights →Housing & Tenancy
Consumer
Transparency & Governance
Women & Family
Money & Fraud
Your Rights, in Plain Language
Most people never find out what rights they have until they are in a difficult situation — stopped by police, owed unpaid wages, threatened with eviction, or cheated by a seller. This guide turns the law into clear, practical steps. Each guide tells you what you can do right now, which authority to approach, and which Articles of the Constitution of India and laws back you up.
This information is for general awareness and is not legal advice. For your specific case, consult a qualified lawyer or your nearest District Legal Services Authority, which provides free legal aid to eligible citizens.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Citizen Rights Guide work?
Pick the situation you are facing — or search for it — and you get a plain-language guide: the rights that apply to you, the relevant Constitution Articles and laws, a step-by-step action checklist, and helpline numbers. Everything is informational and free.
Is this legal advice?
No. This guide is for general awareness and education only. It is not a substitute for advice from a qualified lawyer. For your specific case, consult an advocate or your nearest District Legal Services Authority (free legal aid).
Are these rights based on Indian law?
Yes. Each guide links to the relevant Articles of the Constitution of India and the applicable statutes (including the new BNS/BNSS laws that replaced the IPC/CrPC from July 2024), along with key Supreme Court guidelines where relevant.