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Fundamental Rights

The Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution, outlined in Part III (Articles 14-32), guarantee civil liberties and protect individuals from arbitrary state actions. These rights include equality, freedom of expression, protection against exploitation, freedom of religion, cultural rights for minorities, and the right to seek constitutional remedies. Each article specifies various protections, such as the right to education, prohibition of discrimination, and the right to manage religious affairs.

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Fundamental Rights

The Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution, outlined in Part III (Articles 14-32), guarantee civil liberties and protect individuals from arbitrary state actions. These rights include equality, freedom of expression, protection against exploitation, freedom of religion, cultural rights for minorities, and the right to seek constitutional remedies. Each article specifies various protections, such as the right to education, prohibition of discrimination, and the right to manage religious affairs.

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Fundamental Rights as per Constitutional Law of India

The Fundamental Rights enshrined in Part III (Articles 14 to 32) of the Indian Constitution guarantee civil liberties to
individuals and protect them against arbitrary state action.

1. Right to Equality (Articles 14-18)


• Article 14 – Equality before law and equal protection of laws. (Every citizen is treated equally under the
law.)
• Article 15 – Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. (No
discrimination in public places and government policies.)
• Article 16 – Equality of opportunity in public employment. (Equal job opportunities for all in government
jobs.)
• Article 17 – Abolition of untouchability. (Untouchability is completely banned and punishable.)
• Article 18 – Abolition of titles (except military and academic distinctions). (No one can hold hereditary titles
of nobility.)

2. Right to Freedom (Articles 19-22)


• Article 19 – Protection of six freedoms: speech & expression, assembly, association, movement, residence,
and profession. (Freedom to express, move, and work freely.)
• Article 20 – Protection in respect of conviction for offences (no retrospective punishment, double jeopardy,
or self-incrimination). (No punishment without law, no double punishment, and no self-incrimination.)
• Article 21 – Protection of life and personal liberty. (Right to live with dignity and personal freedom.)
• Article 21A – Right to education (free and compulsory education for children aged 6-14). (Every child has a
right to free primary education.)
• Article 22 – Protection against arbitrary arrest and detention. (No person can be detained beyond the
prescribed limit without judicial review.)

3. Right Against Exploitation (Articles 23-24)


• Article 23 – Prohibition of human trafficking and forced labor. (No forced labor or human trafficking is
allowed.)
• Article 24 – Prohibition of child labor in hazardous industries. (Children below 14 cannot work in hazardous
jobs.)

4. Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25-28)


• Article 25 – Freedom of conscience and free profession, practice, and propagation of religion. (Every person
has the right to practice any religion.)
• Article 26 – Freedom to manage religious affairs. (Religious groups can manage their own institutions.)
• Article 27 – Freedom from taxation for promotion of religion. (No government funds can be used for
religious activities.)
• Article 28 – Freedom from religious instruction in certain educational institutions. (No forced religious
teachings in state-run institutions.)

5. Cultural and Educational Rights (Articles 29-30)


• Article 29 – Protection of interests of minorities. (Minorities can preserve their culture and language.)
• Article 30 – Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions. (Minorities can set up
their own schools and colleges.)

6. Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32)


• Article 32 – Right to move the Supreme Court for enforcement of Fundamental Rights (includes writs of
Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, and Quo-Warranto). (Supreme Court ensures protection
of fundamental rights.)

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