Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution
[Link] Right Articles Covered Key Provisions
1 Right to Equality Art 14 to 18 - Equality before law
- No discrimination
- Equal job opportunity
- End of untouchability & titles
2 Right to Freedom Art 19 to 22 - 6 Freedoms
- Protection in convictions
- Life & liberty
- Education (21A)
- Arrest safeguards
3 Right against Exploitation Art 23 to 24 - No trafficking or forced labor
- No child labor under 14
4 Right to Freedom of Religion Art 25 to 28 - Freedom of religion
- Manage religious affairs
- No religious taxes
- Religious education freedom
5 Cultural & Educational Rights Art 29 to 30 - Minority culture protection
- Minority education rights
6 Right to Constitutional Remedies Art 32 - Move SC for rights enforcement
- Writs: HCMPQ
Important Notes:
- Article 13: Declares laws inconsistent with Fundamental Rights as void.
- Article 32: Heart and Soul of the Constitution - Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
- Fundamental Rights are justiciable (enforceable by courts).