Article 17 of the Indian Constitution explicitly states: "Untouchability' is abolished and its practice in any form is forbidden. The enforcement of any disability arising out of 'Untouchability' shall be an offence punishable in accordance with law." This article is a fundamental right aimed at eliminating social discrimination based on untouchability.
Untouchability is abolished and its practice is punishable according to
Asked in WBCS Main Paper 5 2019 · Topic: Fundamental Rights (Right to Equality (Articles 14-18))
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