Prelims 2017 · Polity and Constitution · Question 47
Which of the following are envisaged by the Right against Exploitation in the Constitution of India?
- Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour
- Abolition of untouchability
- Protection of the interests of minorities
- Prohibition of employment of children in factories and mines.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Answer
1 and 4 only
Right against Exploitation is covered under Articles 23 and 24 of the Constitution.
- Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour — Correct. Article 23 prohibits trafficking, begar and other forms of forced labour.
- Abolition of untouchability — Incorrect. This is under Article 17, part of the Right to Equality, not Right against Exploitation.
- Protection of the interests of minorities — Incorrect. This belongs to Cultural and Educational Rights (Articles 29–30).
- Prohibition of employment of children in factories and mines — Correct. Article 24 prohibits employment of children below 14 years in factories, mines and hazardous occupations.
Hence, 1 and 4 only are correct.