Question

Which of the following comes under Right to Equality?
1. Non-discrimination by State on grounds of religion or race.
2. Equal protection of the laws.
3. Equal pay for equal work.
4. Equality of opportunity in matters of employment under the State.

• A. I, II and III
• B. II, III and IV
• C. II and IV
• D. I, II and IV

Answer 1

The correct option is D I, II and IV

Option D is the correct answer. Articles 14 to 18 cover the Right to Equality in the following way:

Article 14: Equality before law

Article 15: Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth

Article 16: Equality of opportunity in matters of public employment

Article 17: Abolition of Untouchability

Article 18: Abolition of titles