Article 17 of the constitution of India provides for (a) equality before law. (b) equality of opportunity in matters of public employment. (c) abolition of titles. (d) abolition of untouchability.

Article 17 of the Indian Constitution specifically deals with the abolition of untouchability. It declares that "untouchability" is abolished and its practice in any form is forbidden. Article 14 covers equality before law, Article 16 covers equality of opportunity in public employment, and Article 18 covers abolition of titles.