CTET PAPER II 2018 · PYQ · Polity / Fundamental Rights · medium
Which one of the following Fundamental Rights is violated due to practice of untouchability in India?
A.Right to Equality✓ Correct
B.Right to Freedom
C.Right against Exploitation
D.Right to Constitutional Remedies
Explanation
The practice of untouchability violates the Right to Equality. Article 17 of the Indian Constitution, which abolishes untouchability, falls under the Right to Equality (Articles 14-18). Untouchability is a form of social discrimination based on caste, which directly contravenes the principle of equality before law and equal protection of laws guaranteed to all citizens.
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