Multiple choice

Which article of the Constitution abolishes Untouchability?

  1. Article 17

  2. Article 31(c)

  3. Article 19

  4. Article 32
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Explanation

Article 17 of the Indian Constitution explicitly abolishes 'untouchability' and declares that enforcing any disability arising out of untouchability is an offence punishable by law. This is a fundamental right under Part III (Right to Equality). Article 32 provides for right to constitutional remedies, Article 19 deals with six freedoms, and Article 31(c) was a provision relating to property laws (now omitted).

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