Question

    Which of the following statements accurately describes

    the scope of Article 14 of the Indian Constitution?
    A Article 14 only prohibits discrimination based on race, caste, religion, gender, or place of birth. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Article 14 guarantees equal protection of the law to all persons within the territory of India, regardless of their status or affiliation. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Article 14 applies only to Indian citizens and not to foreign nationals residing in India. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Article 14 ensures that every person has the right to equal pay for equal work. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Article 14 declares that ' the state shall not deny to any person equality before the law or the equal protection of the laws within the territory of India. Thus Article 14 uses two Exceptions " Equality before the law " and " Equal Protection of the law ".

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