Fundamental Rights and Untouchability
Question
Which one of the following categories of Fundamental Rights incorporates protection against untouchability as a form of discrimination?
Options
Right against Exploitation
Right to Freedom
Right to Constitutional Remedies
Right to Equality
Explanation
Article 17, which abolishes 'untouchability' and forbids its practice in any form, falls under the category of 'Right to Equality' (Articles 14 to 18) in Part III of the Indian Constitution. > One-line conceptual takeaway: Abolition of untouchability is an extension of the constitutional promise of absolute equality. Answer: (d).
Question details
Year
2020
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q4
Subject
Polity
Sub-topic
Fundamental Rights, DPSP & Duties
Type
Factual single
Difficulty
Easy
Nature
Static
Source hint
Constitution of India Part III
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