Diplomatic Immunity

• It is an international treaty that establishes rules and principles for diplomatic relations between countries.
• It is ratified by 193 countries.
• India passed the Diplomatic Relations (Vienna Convention) Act of 1972 to ratify it.

Important Articles

• Article-29: It provides diplomats immunity from arrest or detention. Their private residences are also protected under Article 30.
• Article-31: It provides diplomats with immunity from the criminal jurisdiction of the host state.
• Article-26: The host nation must ensure freedom of movement and travel in its territory for diplomats.
• Article-27: It allows the diplomatic mission to send and receive documents and necessary materials without being opened or inspected by the host country.