The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 may be seen as giving effect to which of the following Fundamental Rights? 1. Equality before the Law 2. Right against Discrimination 3. Abolition of Untouchability 4. Right to

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Q: 84 (NDA-I/2014)
The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 may be seen as giving effect to which of the following Fundamental Rights?
1. Equality before the Law
2. Right against Discrimination
3. Abolition of Untouchability
4. Right to Freedom of Religion
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Polity

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NDA-I

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The correct answer for the given question is option 1, which states that the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 gives effect to the Fundamental Rights of equality before the law, right against discrimination, and abolition of untouchability.

Let`s understand each option to have a better understanding:

Option 1:

- Equality before the law: This fundamental right ensures equal protection of the law for everyone, without any discrimination. The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 aims to prevent atrocities against the marginalized communities and safeguard their rights, thereby promoting equality before the law.

- Right against discrimination: This fundamental right guarantees protection against discrimination based on religion, race, caste, sex, etc. The Act, 1989 is specifically enacted to address discrimination and atrocities faced by the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes.

- Abolition of untouchability: This fundamental right aims to eradicate the practice of untouchability, which has been historically prevalent in India. The Act, 1989 directly addresses the issue of untouchability by preventing atrocities against the marginalized communities.

Option 2, 3, and 4:

- Option 2 includes