Which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution prohibits forced labour and prevents exploitation?

The correct answer is Article 23.Key Points

• Article 23 of the Indian Constitution prohibits forced labour and any form of human trafficking.
• This includes trafficking of children and women for forced labour, prostitution, or any other form of exploitation.
• The article also prohibits the employment of children below the age of 14 in any hazardous occupation or process.
• Any contravention of this article is a punishable offence under the law.
• The article also provides for the rehabilitation of victims of forced labour and trafficking.

Additional Information

•  Article 20:
  • It deals with protection against double jeopardy and self-incrimination.
  • No one may face charges or punishment for the same offense more than once. 
• Article 19:
  • It is related to right to freedom of speech and expression, assembly, association, movement, and residence.
  • The ability to organize into cooperative societies, unions, or associations. 
• Article 25:
  • It deals with the right to freedom of religion.
  • This fundamental right ensures that every individual has the freedom to profess, practice and propagate any religion of their choice without being discriminated against on any grounds.