Question

    Article __ of the Indian Constitution ensures Abolition of Untouchability.

    A Article 18 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Article 12 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Article 17 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Article 16 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Under Article 17, Untouchability is abolished and its practice in any form is forbidden. The enforcement of any disability arising out of Untouchability shall be an offence punishable in accordance with law. Article 18 e veryone has the right to freedom of thought, conscience and religion; this right includes freedom to change his religion or belief. Article 12 includes the Government and Parliament of India and the Government and the Legislature of each of the state and all local or other authorities within the territory of India or under the control of Government of India. Article 16states that there shall be equal opportunity for the citizens in the matter of employment or appointment to any office under the State.

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