Which fundamental right has abolished untouchability?

Right to equality

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Right to freedom

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Right to property

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Right to constitutional remedies

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Solution

The correct option is A Right to equality
Right to equality consists of Articles 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18. Article 17 deals with abolition of untouchability- Untouchability is abolished and its practice in any form is forbidden. The enforcement of any disability arising out of Untouchability shall be an offense punishable in accordance with law.

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2. Right to constitutional remedies offers a citizen the right to approach judiciary to get any of the fundamental rights restored in case of their violation.
3. The courts can issue writs to enforce fundamental rights.
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