Why does the Miranda warning include the right to remain silent?

The Miranda warning includes the right to remain silent to protect a suspect's Fifth Amendment privilege against self-incrimination.12

Established by the U.S. Supreme Court in the 1966 case Miranda v. Arizona, this requirement ensures that individuals in police custody are aware they are not compelled to provide statements that could be used as evidence against them at trial. By informing suspects of this right, the warning serves as a vital safeguard intended to limit the scope of police interrogation and prevent the use of confessions obtained under duress or through coercive methods.12

It is a fundamental principle of justice that individuals should not be forced to contribute to their own prosecution, and the Miranda warning ensures that this constitutional protection is effectively communicated to those who may otherwise be unaware of their rights during custodial questioning.123