SHORT ANSWER:
Articles 14 to 32 of the Indian Constitution ensure social justice and equality by providing fundamental rights to all citizens.
DETAILS:
- Article 14 guarantees equality before the law and equal protection of the laws.
- 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, including the right to speech and expression.
- Article 21 ensures 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.
- Articles 25 to 28 provide for the freedom of religion.
- Article 29 protects the interests of minorities.
- Article 30 provides the right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions.
- Article 31 provides for the right to property (now a legal right).
- Article 32 allows individuals to approach the Supreme Court for enforcement of fundamental rights.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Violation of these rights can lead to legal action and remedies through the courts.
SOURCE:
- Constitution of India
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