SHORT ANSWER:
Articles 14 to 32 of the Indian Constitution provide fundamental rights that protect individuals against discrimination and ensure justice.
DETAILS:
- Article 14 ensures equality before the law and prohibits discrimination.
- Article 15 prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.
- Article 16 provides equality of opportunity in matters of public employment.
- Article 17 abolishes untouchability and forbids its practice.
- Article 19 guarantees certain freedoms such as speech, assembly, and profession.
- Article 21 guarantees the right to life and personal liberty.
- Article 22 provides protection against arrest and detention in certain cases.
- Article 23 prohibits trafficking in human beings and forced labor.
- Article 24 prohibits child labor in hazardous industries.
- Article 25 to 28 provide for freedom of religion.
- Article 29 and 30 protect the interests of minorities.
- Article 31 (now repealed) dealt with the right to property.
- Article 32 provides the right to constitutional remedies for enforcement of fundamental rights.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Violation of these rights can lead to legal action and remedies through the courts.
SOURCE:
- The Constitution of India
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