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WBCS Preliminary Examination 2016 — General Studies · Question 136 of 200

Q136
Indian PolityPreamble, Fundamental Rights, DPSP & Duties
Which Article of the Constitution of India abolishes 'untouchability' and its practice in any form?
  1. a.Article 12
  2. b.Article 15
  3. c.Article 16
  4. d.Article 17

Answer: (D) Article 17

Article 17 of the Indian Constitution abolishes 'untouchability' and forbids its practice in any form. The enforcement of any disability arising out of untouchability is an offence punishable by law. This is a crucial provision eliminating caste-based discrimination.

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