In respect of which of the following the decision in Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India, (1978) 1 SCC 248 makes a departure from earlier decisions?
1. The principles of natural justice have no place in deciding the validity of a law under Article 21 of the Constitution.
2. The hearing must be given before depriving a person of his personal liberty.
3. Article 14 cannot be invoked to challenge a law seeking personal liberty.
4. Articles 14, 19 and 21 are inter related.
Select the correct answer:
A. 1 and 4 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 3 and 4
D. 2, 3 and 4
Answer: Option B
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