Which article of the Indian Constitution abolishes untouchability?
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A.
Article 15
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B.
Article 16
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C.
Article 17
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D.
Article 18
Correct Answer:
C. Article 17
Explanation:
The Constitution of India originally recognized seven fundamental rights, but the Right to Property was removed by the 44th Amendment Act in 1978, making it a legal right under Article 300A. Currently, there are six categories of Fundamental Rights: the Right to Equality, Right to Freedom, Right against Exploitation, Right to Freedom of Religion, Cultural and Educational Rights, and the Right to Constitutional Remedies. Therefore, any option other than these six—such as the Right to Property, Right to Marry, or Duty to follow the law—is not a Fundamental Right. Article 17 of the Indian Constitution specifically abolished the practice of untouchability in any form, making its enforcement a punishable offense. This article serves as a crucial component of the Right to Equality, aiming to provide social justice and dignity to classes historically subjected to social disabilities based on their caste.
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