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Article 17 of the Indian Constitution deals with

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Education
  2. Health
  3. Abolition of untouchability
  4. Food guarantee

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Abolition of untouchability

Explanation: The correct answer is C. Abolition of untouchability. Article 17 of the Indian Constitution is a Fundamental Right under Part III, and it deals specifically with the abolition of untouchability. 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.