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Q94 (IAS/2020) Polity & Governance › Fundamental Rights, DPSP & Fundamental Duties › Fundamental Rights framework Official Key

Which one of the following categories of Fundamental Rights incorporates protection against untouchability as a form of discrimination ?

Result
Your answer: —  ·  Correct: D
Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4: Right to Equality. Under the Indian Constitution, the Right to Equality is a cluster of fundamental rights spanning from Articles 14 to 18. Specifically, Article 17 expressly abolishes "Untouchability" and forbids its practice in any form, making it a punishable offense.

The classification is as follows:

  • Right to Equality (Articles 14–18): Includes Article 17, which protects individuals from discrimination based on untouchability.
  • Right against Exploitation (Articles 23–24): Deals with human trafficking and forced labor, not caste-based social exclusion.
  • Right to Freedom (Articles 19–22): Covers liberties like speech and movement.
  • Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32): Provides the mechanism to approach the Supreme Court for enforcement of rights but is not the substantive right itself.

Since Article 17 falls squarely within the 14–18 bracket, protection against untouchability is categorized under the Right to Equality.

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Q. Which one of the following categories of Fundamental Rights incorporates protection against untouchability as a form of discrimination ? …
At a glance
Origin: Books + Current Affairs Fairness: Moderate fairness Books / CA: 7.5/10 · 2.5/10
Statement 1
Does the Right against Exploitation under the Fundamental Rights of the Constitution of India include protection against untouchability as a form of discrimination?
Origin: Web / Current Affairs Fairness: CA heavy Web-answerable

Web source
Presence: 5/5
"Right to Equality 14. Equality before law. 15. Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. 16. Equality of opportunity in matters of public employment. 17. Abolition of Untouchability."
Why this source?
  • This is an official Constitution text listing Part III fundamental rights by article numbers.
  • Under 'Right to Equality' it explicitly lists '17. Abolition of Untouchability', placing untouchability within Right to Equality.
  • If abolition of untouchability is a provision of Right to Equality, it is not placed under the separate 'Right against Exploitation' in this source.
Web source
Presence: 4/5
"They are as follows: 1. Right to Equality 2. Right to freedom 3. Right against exploitation 4. Right to freedom of Religion"
Why this source?
  • Lists the six fundamental rights as distinct categories, including both 'Right to Equality' and 'Right against exploitation' separately.
  • Shows that 'Right against exploitation' is a separate fundamental-right heading (so untouchability would be addressed under the listed 'Right to Equality' rather than under 'Right against exploitation').
Web source
Presence: 4/5
"there are six basic Fundamental Rights of Indian Citizens, which are right to equality, right to freedom of religion, cultural and educational rights, right to freedom, right to constitutional remedies and right against exploitation."
Why this source?
  • Summarizes the six basic fundamental rights and names 'right to equality' and 'right against exploitation' as distinct items.
  • Supports the view that untouchability (abolition) would fall under the Right to Equality category rather than under Right against Exploitation.

Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 8: Fundamental Rights > D I Abolition of Untouchability > p. 84
Strength: 5/5
“Article 17 abolishes 'untouchability' and forbids its practice in any form. The enforcement of any disability arising out of untouchability shall be an offence punishable in accordance with law. In 1976, the Untouchability (Offences) Act has been comprehensively amended and renamed as the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 to enlarge the scope and make penal provisions more stringent. The act defines civil right as any right accruing to a person by reason of the abolition of untouchability by Article 17 of the Constitution. The term 'untouchability' has not been defined either in the Constitution or in the Act. However, the Mysore High Court held that the subject matter of Article 17 is not untouchability in its literal or grammatical sense but the 'practice as it had developed historically in the country'.”
Why relevant

Specifies Article 17 abolishes untouchability and makes its enforcement an offence, identifying untouchability as a distinct constitutional provision.

How to extend

A student can check which Fundamental Right grouping contains Article 17 to see whether untouchability is placed under Right to Equality or another group.

Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 4: Salient Features of the Constitution > III I Fundamental Rights > p. 30
Strength: 5/5
“Part III of the Indian Constitution guarantees six fundamental rights to all the citizens: • (a) Right to Equality Articles 14-18) • (b) Right to Freedom (Articles 19-22) • (c) Right against Exploitation (Articles 23-24) • (d) Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25-28) • (e) Cultural and Educational Rights (Articles 29-30) and • (f) Right to Constitutional Remedy (Article 32) Originally, the Constitution provided for seven Fundamental Rights. However, the Right to Property (Article 31) was deleted from the list of Fundamental Rights by the 44th Amendment Act of J978. It is made a legal right under Article 300-A in Part XII of the constitution.”
Why relevant

Lists the Right to Equality as covering Articles 14–18 (the range that includes Article 17).

How to extend

Combine this grouping with Article 17 (from snippet 10) to infer untouchability is treated under Right to Equality rather than under Right against Exploitation.

Introduction to the Constitution of India, D. D. Basu (26th ed.). > Chapter 8: FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS AND FUNDAMENTAL DUTIES > INTRODUCTION TO THE CONSTITUTION OF INDIA > p. 138
Strength: 4/5
“Article 23: Right against Exploitation. As an adjunct to the guarantee of personal liberty and the prohibition against discrimination, our Constitution lays down certain provisions to prevent exploitation of the weaker sections of the society by unscrupulous individuals or even by the state. Article 23 says: Prohibition of Traffic in Human Beings and Forced Labour. (1) Traffic in human beings and begar and other similar forms of forced labour are prohibited and any contravention of this provision shall be an offence punishable in accordance with law. (2) Nothing in this article shall prevent the State from imposing compulsory service for public purposes, and in imposing such service the State shall not make any discrimination on grounds only of religion, race, caste or class or any of them.”
Why relevant

Describes the scope of Article 23 (Right against Exploitation): prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour, and notes non-discrimination in state-imposed compulsory service on grounds including caste.

How to extend

Use this to see that Right against Exploitation addresses specific practices (traffic, forced labour) and not explicitly untouchability, suggesting untouchability may belong elsewhere.

Democratic Politics-I. Political Science-Class IX . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 5: DEMOCRATIC RIGHTS > Right against E against E against Exploitation > p. 83
Strength: 4/5
“Right against E t against Et against Exploitation Once the right to liberty and equality is granted, it follows that every citizen has a right not to be exploited. Yet the Constitution makers thought was necessary to write down certain clear provisions to prevent exploitation of the weaker sections of the society. The Constitution mentions three specific evils and declares these illegal. First, the Constitution prohibits 'traffic in human beings'. Traffic here means selling and buying of human beings, usually women, for immoral purposes. Second, our Constitution also prohibits forced labour or begar in Begar is a practice where the worker is forced to render service to the 'master' free of charge or at a nominal remuneration.”
Why relevant

Explains that the Right against Exploitation enumerates three specific evils (traffic in human beings, forced labour, begar), giving a pattern of narrowly defined prohibitions under that right.

How to extend

A student can compare these specific evils with the practice of untouchability to judge whether untouchability fits the pattern covered by Right against Exploitation.

Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 92: World Constitutions > 2020 TEST PAPER > p. 758
Strength: 3/5
“1 Select the correct answer using the code given below: Ca) I and 2 only (b) 3 and 4 only Ce) 1,2 and 3 only Cd) 1,2 and 4 only • 4. Which one of the following categories of Fundamental Rights incorporates protection against untouchability as a form of discrimination? • (a) Right against Exploitation• (b) Right to Freedom • (c) Right to Constitutional Remedies • (d) Right to Equality • 5. In India, separation of judiciary from the executive is enjoined by • (a) the Preamble of the Constitution • (b) a Directive Principle of State Policy • Cc) the Seventh Schedule • (d) the conventional practice • (t.”
Why relevant

Presents a direct exam-style question asking which Fundamental Right incorporates protection against untouchability, listing Right against Exploitation and Right to Equality as options — indicating this is a recognized point of classification.

How to extend

A student can treat this as a prompt to check the constitutional placement of Article 17 and the thematic scope of the two candidate rights to resolve the question.

Statement 2
Does the Right to Freedom under the Fundamental Rights of the Constitution of India include protection against untouchability as a form of discrimination?
Origin: Direct from books Fairness: Straightforward Book-answerable
From standard books
Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 8: Fundamental Rights > D I Abolition of Untouchability > p. 84
Presence: 5/5
“Article 17 abolishes 'untouchability' and forbids its practice in any form. The enforcement of any disability arising out of untouchability shall be an offence punishable in accordance with law. In 1976, the Untouchability (Offences) Act has been comprehensively amended and renamed as the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 to enlarge the scope and make penal provisions more stringent. The act defines civil right as any right accruing to a person by reason of the abolition of untouchability by Article 17 of the Constitution. The term 'untouchability' has not been defined either in the Constitution or in the Act. However, the Mysore High Court held that the subject matter of Article 17 is not untouchability in its literal or grammatical sense but the 'practice as it had developed historically in the country'.”
Why this source?
  • Article 17 expressly abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form.
  • Article 17 creates a penal/enforceable disability for practicing untouchability, showing it is a standalone provision.
Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 4: Salient Features of the Constitution > III I Fundamental Rights > p. 30
Presence: 5/5
“Part III of the Indian Constitution guarantees six fundamental rights to all the citizens: • (a) Right to Equality Articles 14-18) • (b) Right to Freedom (Articles 19-22) • (c) Right against Exploitation (Articles 23-24) • (d) Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25-28) • (e) Cultural and Educational Rights (Articles 29-30) and • (f) Right to Constitutional Remedy (Article 32) Originally, the Constitution provided for seven Fundamental Rights. However, the Right to Property (Article 31) was deleted from the list of Fundamental Rights by the 44th Amendment Act of J978. It is made a legal right under Article 300-A in Part XII of the constitution.”
Why this source?
  • The Right to Freedom is located in Articles 19–22, distinct from Article 17.
  • The Right to Equality is listed as Articles 14–18, which places Article 17 (abolition of untouchability) within Right to Equality, not Right to Freedom.
Statement 3
Does the Right to Constitutional Remedies under the Fundamental Rights of the Constitution of India include protection against untouchability as a form of discrimination?
Origin: Direct from books Fairness: Straightforward Book-answerable
From standard books
Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 8: Fundamental Rights > D I Abolition of Untouchability > p. 84
Presence: 5/5
“Article 17 abolishes 'untouchability' and forbids its practice in any form. The enforcement of any disability arising out of untouchability shall be an offence punishable in accordance with law. In 1976, the Untouchability (Offences) Act has been comprehensively amended and renamed as the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 to enlarge the scope and make penal provisions more stringent. The act defines civil right as any right accruing to a person by reason of the abolition of untouchability by Article 17 of the Constitution. The term 'untouchability' has not been defined either in the Constitution or in the Act. However, the Mysore High Court held that the subject matter of Article 17 is not untouchability in its literal or grammatical sense but the 'practice as it had developed historically in the country'.”
Why this source?
  • Article 17 expressly abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form.
  • Enforcement of disabilities arising from untouchability is an offence punishable by law, linking untouchability to enforceable fundamental-right protection.
Indian Constitution at Work, Political Science Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 2: RIGHTS IN THE INDIAN CONSTITUTION > RIGHT TO CONSTITUTIONAL REMEDIES > p. 41
Presence: 5/5
“Right to constitutional remedies is the means through which this is to be achieved. Dr. Ambedkar considered the right to constitutional remedies as 'heart and soul of the constitution'. It is so because this right gives a citizen the right to approach a High Court or the Supreme Court to get any of the fundamental rights restored in case of their violation. The Supreme Court and the High Courts can issue orders and give directives to the government for the enforcement of rights. The courts can issue various special orders known as writs. • ± Habeas corpus: A writ of habeas corpus means that the court orders that the arrested person should be presented before it.”
Why this source?
  • Right to Constitutional Remedies gives citizens the right to approach High Courts or the Supreme Court to get any Fundamental Right restored.
  • Courts can issue orders and directives for enforcement of rights, enabling remedies for violations such as untouchability.
Introduction to the Constitution of India, D. D. Basu (26th ed.). > Chapter 8: FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS AND FUNDAMENTAL DUTIES > CHAP. 81 > p. 152
Presence: 5/5
“[CHAP. 8] Special Features of the Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court under Article 32. Though a fundamental Right may be enforced by other proceedings, such as a declaratory suit under the ordinary law or an application under Article 226 or by way of defence. To legal proceedings brought against an individual, a proceeding under Article 32 is described by the Constitution as a \"constitutional remedy\" for the enforcement of the Fundamental Rights included in Part III and the right to bring such proceeding before the Supreme Court is itself a Fundamental Right in Part III. Article 32 is thus the cornerstone of the entire edifice set up by the Constitution.”
Why this source?
  • Article 32 is described as the constitutional remedy for enforcement of Fundamental Rights included in Part III.
  • The right to bring proceedings under Article 32 is itself a Fundamental Right, making enforcement mechanisms central to protecting substantive rights like abolition of untouchability.
Statement 4
Does the Right to Equality under the Fundamental Rights of the Constitution of India include protection against untouchability as a form of discrimination?
Origin: Direct from books Fairness: Straightforward Book-answerable
From standard books
Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 8: Fundamental Rights > FEATURES OF FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS > p. 75
Presence: 5/5
“I Category | Consists of • Col1: 1. Right to equality (Articles 14-18); Col2: (a) Equality before law and equal protection of laws (Article 14). (b) Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth (Article 15), e) Equality of opportunity in matters of public employment (Article 16). (d) Abolition of untouchability and prohibition of its practice (Article 17), e) Abolition of untouchability except military and academic (Article 18). • Col1: 2 foreigners are mentioned in 'section 8.2. • They are not absolute but qualified. The state can impose reasonable restrictions on them. However, whether such restrictions are reasonable or not is to be decided by the courts.”
Why this source?
  • Explicitly classifies Right to Equality as Articles 14–18 and lists 'Abolition of untouchability and prohibition of its practice (Article 17)' under that category.
  • Directly places abolition of untouchability within the legal scope of the Right to Equality.
Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 5: Preamble of the Constitution > 46('I Indian Polity > p. 46
Presence: 5/5
“and the provision of adequate opportunities for all individuals without any discrimination. The Preamble secures to all citizens of India equality of status and opportunity. This provision embraces three dimensions of equality-civic, political and economic. The following provisions of the chapter on Fundamental Rights ensure civil equality: • (a) Equality before the law (Article 14). • (b) Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth (Article 15). • (c) Equality of opportunity in matters of public employment (Article 16). • (d) Abolition of untouchability (Article 17). • (e) Abolition of titles (Article 18). There are two provisions in the Constitution that seek to achieve political equality.”
Why this source?
  • Enumerates civil equality provisions and includes 'Abolition of untouchability (Article 17)' alongside Articles 14–16.
  • Connects the Preamble's guarantee of equality of status and opportunity to the constitutional abolition of untouchability.
Indian Constitution at Work, Political Science Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 2: RIGHTS IN THE INDIAN CONSTITUTION > Right to Constitutional Remedies > p. 32
Presence: 5/5
“This right is very important because our society did not practice equal access in the past. The practice of untouchability is one of the crudest manifestations of inequality. This has been abolished under the right to equality. The same right also provides that the state shall confer no title on a person except those who excel themselves in military or academic field. Thus right to equality strives to make India a true democracy by ensuring a sense of equality of dignity and status among all its citizens. Have you read the Preamble to our Constitution? How does it describe equality?”
Why this source?
  • States that the practice of untouchability has been abolished under the right to equality.
  • Explains untouchability as a crude manifestation of inequality that the Right to Equality addresses.
Pattern takeaway: UPSC frequently tests the 'Table of Contents' of the Constitution. They check if you understand the thematic grouping of articles. A common trap is placing social evils (like Untouchability) under 'Exploitation' because it sounds linguistically correct, even though constitutionally it falls under 'Equality'.
How you should have studied
  1. [THE VERDICT]: Sitter. Direct hit from Laxmikanth (Chapter: Fundamental Rights) or NCERT Class XI (Indian Constitution at Work).
  2. [THE CONCEPTUAL TRIGGER]: The Classification of Part III. UPSC loves testing the 'Parent Category' rather than just the Article number.
  3. [THE HORIZONTAL EXPANSION]: Map the 'Evils' to their 'Headers': 1. Untouchability (Art 17) -> Right to Equality. 2. Titles (Art 18) -> Right to Equality. 3. Forced Labor/Begar (Art 23) -> Right against Exploitation. 4. Child Labor (Art 24) -> Right against Exploitation. 5. Minority Institutions (Art 30) -> Cultural & Educational Rights.
  4. [THE STRATEGIC METACOGNITION]: Do not just memorize 'Article 17 = Untouchability'. Memorize the hierarchy: Part III -> Category (Equality) -> Article (17). The confusion trap is always between 'Exploitation' (social oppression) and 'Equality' (status denial).
Concept hooks from this question
📌 Adjacent topic to master
S1
👉 Classification of Fundamental Rights by Article ranges
💡 The insight

Fundamental Rights are grouped by article ranges so specific rights (e.g., Article 17) can be located within the appropriate category (Right to Equality vs Right against Exploitation).

High-yield for UPSC: questions often require identifying which Article belongs to which Fundamental Right. Mastering article ranges helps resolve fact-patterns about which right applies and links constitutional provisions to remedies.

📚 Reading List :
  • Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 4: Salient Features of the Constitution > III I Fundamental Rights > p. 30
  • Introduction to the Constitution of India, D. D. Basu (26th ed.). > Chapter 8: FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS AND FUNDAMENTAL DUTIES > CHAP. 8 Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties 97 > p. 97
🔗 Anchor: "Does the Right against Exploitation under the Fundamental Rights of the Constitu..."
📌 Adjacent topic to master
S1
👉 Article 17 — Abolition of Untouchability
💡 The insight

Article 17 abolishes untouchability and makes enforcement of disabilities arising from it an offence.

Very important: Article 17 is a frequently tested specific provision on social discrimination and connects to related statutes and social-justice topics; knowing it lets aspirants distinguish the Right to Equality from other rights.

📚 Reading List :
  • Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 8: Fundamental Rights > D I Abolition of Untouchability > p. 84
  • Democratic Politics-I. Political Science-Class IX . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 5: DEMOCRATIC RIGHTS > Right to Equality > p. 80
🔗 Anchor: "Does the Right against Exploitation under the Fundamental Rights of the Constitu..."
📌 Adjacent topic to master
S1
👉 Scope of Right against Exploitation (Articles 23–24)
💡 The insight

Right against Exploitation (Articles 23–24) specifically prohibits trafficking in human beings and forced labour.

High-yield: distinguishes types of protections under Part III; helps answer questions that require mapping conduct (trafficking, forced labour, untouchability) to the correct constitutional provision and related penal statutes.

📚 Reading List :
  • Introduction to the Constitution of India, D. D. Basu (26th ed.). > Chapter 8: FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS AND FUNDAMENTAL DUTIES > INTRODUCTION TO THE CONSTITUTION OF INDIA > p. 138
  • Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 4: Salient Features of the Constitution > III I Fundamental Rights > p. 30
🔗 Anchor: "Does the Right against Exploitation under the Fundamental Rights of the Constitu..."
📌 Adjacent topic to master
S2
👉 Article 17 — Abolition of Untouchability
💡 The insight

Article 17 abolishes untouchability and makes its practice punishable under law.

High-yield for constitutional law questions: knowing Article 17 clarifies which Fundamental Right addresses social discrimination and links to related penal statutes; useful in questions on social justice, affirmative action, and rights enforcement.

📚 Reading List :
  • Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 8: Fundamental Rights > D I Abolition of Untouchability > p. 84
  • Democratic Politics-I. Political Science-Class IX . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 5: DEMOCRATIC RIGHTS > Right to Equality > p. 80
🔗 Anchor: "Does the Right to Freedom under the Fundamental Rights of the Constitution of In..."
📌 Adjacent topic to master
S2
👉 Right to Equality (Articles 14–18) vs Right to Freedom (Articles 19–22)
💡 The insight

Articles 14–18 constitute Right to Equality while Articles 19–22 constitute Right to Freedom, placing abolition of untouchability under Equality.

Crucial for mapping which article/cluster handles specific protections; helps answer direct-knowledge and comparative questions that ask which Fundamental Right covers a given protection or prohibition.

📚 Reading List :
  • Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 4: Salient Features of the Constitution > III I Fundamental Rights > p. 30
  • Laxmikanth, M. Indian Polity. 7th ed., McGraw Hill. > Chapter 4: Salient Features of the Constitution > III I Fundamental Rights > p. 30
🔗 Anchor: "Does the Right to Freedom under the Fundamental Rights of the Constitution of In..."
📌 Adjacent topic to master
S2
👉 Part III classification of Fundamental Rights and remedies
💡 The insight

Part III groups Fundamental Rights into categories and provides the framework for enforcement and remedies.

Understanding the classification and remedy structure (e.g., Article 32) is vital for framing legal-constitutional answers and for issues on enforceability of rights and constitutional litigation strategies.

📚 Reading List :
  • Introduction to the Constitution of India, D. D. Basu (26th ed.). > Chapter 8: FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS AND FUNDAMENTAL DUTIES > Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties IJl > p. 117
  • Introduction to the Constitution of India, D. D. Basu (26th ed.). > Chapter 8: FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS AND FUNDAMENTAL DUTIES > Exceptions to Funda· mental Rights. > p. 96
🔗 Anchor: "Does the Right to Freedom under the Fundamental Rights of the Constitution of In..."
📌 Adjacent topic to master
S3
👉 Article 17 — Abolition of Untouchability
💡 The insight

Article 17 abolishes untouchability and makes its practice an offence, providing the substantive prohibition against caste-based exclusion.

High-yield for questions on Fundamental Rights and social justice; connects to laws implementing Article 17 (penal provisions) and to constitutional discussions on equality and caste discrimination. Mastery helps answer direct MCQs and essay/ethics questions on abolition and enforcement.

📚 Reading List :
  • Indian Polity, M. Laxmikanth(7th ed.) > Chapter 8: Fundamental Rights > D I Abolition of Untouchability > p. 84
  • Democratic Politics-I. Political Science-Class IX . NCERT(Revised ed 2025) > Chapter 5: DEMOCRATIC RIGHTS > Right to Equality > p. 80
🔗 Anchor: "Does the Right to Constitutional Remedies under the Fundamental Rights of the Co..."
🌑 The Hidden Trap

The term 'Untouchability' is NOT defined in the Constitution, nor in the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955. The Mysore High Court clarified it refers to the 'historical practice', not a literal grammatical sense. This definition gap is a prime candidate for a future statement-based question.

⚡ Elimination Cheat Code

Semantic Logic: 'Exploitation' (Articles 23-24) in the Constitution specifically refers to physical extraction of labor or bodies (Trafficking, Begar, Child Labor). 'Untouchability' is about social exclusion and status hierarchy. Since it denies equal status, it must belong to the Right to Equality.

🔗 Mains Connection

Mains GS-2 (Social Justice): Article 17 is the 'Constitutional Promise', but it has no teeth without statutes. Link it to the 'Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955' (civil liability) and the 'SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989' (criminal liability). This progression (Constitution -> Civil Law -> Criminal Law) is the standard answer structure.

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SIMILAR QUESTIONS

NDA-I · 2014 · Q83 Relevance score: 2.81

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 Select the correct answer using the code given below.

IAS · 2017 · Q97 Relevance score: 2.69

Which of the following are envisaged by the Right against Exploitation in the Constitution of India ? 1. Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour 2. Abolition of untouchability 3. Protection of the interests of minorities 4. Prohibition of employment of children in factories and mines Select the correct answer using the code given below :

CDS-II · 2011 · Q79 Relevance score: 2.49

Which of the following are envisaged as being part of the ‘Right against Exploitation’ in the Constitution of India ? 1. Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour. 2. Abolition of untouchability. 3. Protection of the interests of the minorities. 4. Prohibition of employment of children in factories and mines. Select the correct answer using the code given below :

CDS-I · 2021 · Q26 Relevance score: 2.16

Which among the following fundamental rights is/are available to non-citizens ? 1. Freedom of speech 2. Protection against self-incrimination 3. Freedom of conscience 4. Non-discrimination in matters of employment Select the correct answer using the code given below :

CDS-II · 2015 · Q94 Relevance score: 2.14

Which of the following Fundamental Rights is/are available to non-citizens? 1. Equality before Law 2. Right against Discrimination 3. Equality of Opportunity 4. Protection of Life and Personal Liberty Select the correct answer using the code given below.