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

The Correct Answer is option 4. Key PointsFundamental Rights:

• Part 3 of the Constitution deals with Fundamental Rights.
• The Constitution provides six fundamental rights:
  • Right to Equality
  • Right to Freedom
  • Right against Exploitation
  • Right to Freedom of Religion
  • Cultural and Educational Rights
  • Right to Constitutional Remedies

Right to Equality:

• Enshrined in Articles 14-18 of the Indian Constitution, ensuring equal protection under the law.
• Article 17:
  • Abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice in any form. Hence, this falls under the Right to Equality.
  • Hence, the correct answer is option 4. 
• Article 15:
  • Prohibits discrimination on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.
• Article 16:
  • Ensures equality of opportunity in public employment.
• Article 18:
  • Abolishes titles, except for military or academic distinctions.

Right to Freedom:

• Covered under Articles 19-22.
• Article 19:
  • Lists six freedoms, including speech, assembly, association, movement, residence, and profession.
• Article 20:
  • Protects against conviction for offenses.
• Article 21:
  • Protects life and personal liberty.
• Article 22:
  • Protects against arrest and detention in certain cases.
• Right to Constitutional Remedies:
  • Found in Article 32, allowing individuals to approach the Supreme Court for the enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
• Right against Exploitation:
  • Covered under Articles 23 and 24, abolishing human trafficking, forced labor, and child labor in hazardous occupations.