GK Question

polity medium mcq

Which Article prohibits trafficking in human beings and forced labour?

  1. Article 21
  2. Article 22
  3. Article 23
  4. Article 24

Answer: Article 23

Article 23 prohibits trafficking in human beings, begar (forced labour), and other similar forms of forced labour. Any contravention is punishable by law. Article 24 separately prohibits employment of children below 14 years in factories, mines, or hazardous occupations.

Topic Fundamental Rights
Exam Relevance Important for SSC and UPSC; often tested with child labour and human rights context