History & Civics
With reference to the Right to Equality explain the following :
(a) Which articles of the Constitution deal with these rights?
(b) Describe the subject matter of any two of these rights.
Answer
(a) The Right to Equality is covered under Articles 14 to 18 of the Indian Constitution. These articles aim to establish equality before the law and prohibit discrimination on various grounds.
(b) The subject matter of any two of these rights are as follows:
- Article 14 establishes equality before the law and equal protection of the law, regardless of status, caste, creed, religion, sect, sex or colour.
- Article 17 of the Indian Constitution abolishes the practice of untouchability, declaring it forbidden in any form. This landmark provision prohibits untouchability and criminalises the enforcement of any disability arising from it.
Related Questions
The Right to Education (RTE) Act is a landmark in ensuring educational equality in India. Based on the provided statement, answer the following questions:
(a) Explain the significance of the 86th Amendment of the Indian Constitution in the context of elementary education.
(b) Analyse how the reservation of 25% of seats for weaker sections in private and minority schools helps promote social equality.
"The Right to Freedom is actually a cluster of several rights." In this context explain the following:
(a) How far do you agree with this view?
(b) Explain the different rights incorporated in the Right to Freedom.
With reference to Fundamental Duties explain the following :
(a) Mention any four Fundamental Duties.
(b) Why have Fundamental Duties been included in the Constitution?
The writs are significant tools for upholding justice and protecting Fundamental Rights in a democratic system.
Answer the following questions based on your understanding:(a) Explain the meaning of the term 'writ' and its importance in ensuring justice and the protection of rights.
(b) Differentiate between Prohibition and Certiorari.
(c) Apply the concept of writs to the following situation:
A person is appointed as the head of a government department without meeting the necessary qualifications required for the position. Which writ can be filed to challenge the legality of this appointment and why?