Which one of the following categories of Fundamental Rights incorporates protection against untouchability as a form of discrimination?
A
Right against Exploitation
B
Right to Freedom
C
Right to Constitutional Remedies
D
Right to Equality
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
1. The question asks under which category of Fundamental Rights the protection against untouchability falls.
2. Article 17 of the Constitution of India explicitly abolishes 'Untouchability' and forbids its practice in any form. It states that the enforcement of any disability arising out of 'Untouchability' shall be an offence punishable in accordance with law.
3. Article 17 is located in Part III of the Constitution, which deals with Fundamental Rights.
4. Within Part III, the Fundamental Rights are grouped into categories. Articles 14 to 18 are grouped under the heading 'Right to Equality'.
5. Therefore, the protection against untouchability as a form of discrimination is incorporated within the Right to Equality.
6. The other options represent different categories: Right against Exploitation (Articles 23-24), Right to Freedom (Articles 19-22), and Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32).