Multiple choice

Which one of the following is provided in Article 16(4) of the Constitution of India?

  1. Equality before law to all members of society.

  2. Free and compulsory primary education to children of scheduled castes and scheduled tribes.

  3. Reservation of appointments or posts in favour of backward class of citizens.

  4. Special protection to women of the scheduled castes and the scheduled tribes in all matters.
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Explanation

Article 16(4) of the Constitution empowers the state to make reservations in appointments or posts for backward classes of citizens which are not adequately represented in government services. This is distinct from Article 16(1) which guarantees equality of opportunity, and different from educational reservation or special protections for specific communities.

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