Q47.
Which of the following are envisaged by the Right against Exploitation in the Constitution of India? 1. Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour 2. Abolition of untouchability 3. Protection of the interests of minorities 4. Prohibition of employment of children in factories and mines Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Answer
C
Explanation
Right against Exploitation includes Articles 23 & 24 of the Indian Constitution. Article 23 prohibits traffic in human beings, begar (forced labour) and other similar forms of forced labour. Article 24 prohibits the employment of children below the age of 14 years in any factory, mine or other hazardous activities. Abolition of untouchability is under Article 17 (Right to Equality), and protection of interests of minorities falls under Cultural and Educational Rights. Hence only 1 and 4 are correctly associated with the Right against Exploitation.