UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2020

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

  1. Right against Exploitation
  2. Right to Freedom
  3. Right to Constitutional Remedies
  4. Right to Equality

Answer

Correct Answer

Right to Equality

Explanation

Article 17 abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice. It is part of the Right to Equality (Articles 14-18).

Topics: article 17 - abolition of untouchability, fundamental rights, polity & governance, right to equality (articles 14-18)