GK Question

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Article ______ of the Indian Constitution abolishes 'Untouchability' and forbids its practice in any form.

Answer: 17

Article 17 abolishes untouchability and makes its practice in any form a punishable offence. The Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 (formerly Untouchability Offences Act, 1955) provides penalties for enforcing disabilities arising from untouchability.

Topic Fundamental Rights
Exam Relevance Important for SSC and UPSC; often combined with questions on social justice