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Part of: Miscellaneous Indian Gk set 289

Which Fundamental Right safeguards Indian citizens from any kind of discrimination

Category: Miscellaneous Indian Gk

Hint: Consider the specific protections provided by each Fundamental Right.

Correct Answer: B) Right to Equality.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams, State PSC

Difficulty: Easy

Explanations:
  • Article 14: Equality before the law - This article ensures that all citizens are subject to the same laws and are treated equally in the eyes of the law.
  • Article 15: Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth - This article prohibits discrimination in public places and by the state in the matter of access to public places, wells, tanks, bathing ghats, roads, and the use of public wells, tanks, and other public utilities.
  • Article 16: Equality of opportunity in matters of public employment - This article ensures that all citizens have equal opportunities in matters of public employment and that no citizen can be discriminated against in the matter of employment on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.
  • Article 17: Abolition of untouchability - This article abolishes the practice of untouchability and provides for its prohibition.
  • Article 18: Abolition of titles - This article abolishes titles of nobility and prohibits the state from conferring any title.
    • Option Analysis:
    • Option A: This option is incorrect. The Right to Freedom primarily deals with personal liberties such as freedom of speech, movement, and residence, and does not specifically address discrimination.
    • Option B: This option is correct. The Right to Equality is designed to protect citizens from discrimination based on religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth, ensuring equal treatment under the law.
    • Option C: This option is incorrect. The Right to Property, which was originally a Fundamental Right, was later removed and is now a legal right. It does not address discrimination.
    • Option D: This option is incorrect. The Right to Education, while important, is not a Fundamental Right and does not specifically safeguard against discrimination.

    Mnemonic: Equality Ensures Equal Treatment

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