Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Which of the following fundamental rights implies the prohibition of traffic in human beings, begar and other forms of forced labour?

Options:

Right against Exploitation

Cultural and Educational Rights

Right to Constitutional Remedies

Right to Freedom of Religion

Correct Answer:

Right against Exploitation

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 1 - Right against Exploitation

The Right against Exploitation in the Indian Constitution is dealt with under Article 23 and Article 24. These articles specifically address the prohibition of human trafficking, forced labor, and the employment of children in hazardous occupations.

Article 23: Prohibition of Traffic in Human Beings and Forced Labour
Article 24: Prohibition of Employment of Children in Certain Occupations

Part III is titled "Fundamental Rights" and contains Articles 12 to 35. These articles outline the basic rights guaranteed to all Indian citizens, including:

Right to Equality (Articles 14-18): Ensures equal treatment before the law and prohibits discrimination based on factors like religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.
Right to Freedom (Articles 19-22): Guarantees freedoms like speech, assembly, movement, residence, and profession (subject to certain restrictions).
Right against Exploitation (Articles 23-24): Prohibits forced labor, human trafficking, and child labor.
Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25-28): Protects freedom of conscience, religious practice, and propagation.
Cultural and Educational Rights (Articles 29-30): Recognizes the right of minorities to conserve their culture and language and establish educational institutions.
Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32): Ensures the right to enforce fundamental rights through legal action in the Supreme Court.