GS PrelimsPolityFundamental Rights2004 Match List-I (Articles of the Constitution of India) with List-II (Provision) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the Lists:
List-I (Articles of the Constitution of India) - List-II (Provision)
1. A. Article 14 - 1. The State shall not discriminate against any citizen on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them.
2. B. Article 15 - 2. The State shall not deny to any person equality before the law or the equal protection of laws within the territory of India.
3. C. Article 16 - 3. 'Untouchability' is abolished and its practice in any form is forbidden.
4. D. Article 17 - 4. There shall be equality of opportunity for all citizens in matters relating to employment or appointment to any office under the State.
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
Matching the Articles of the Constitution of India with their corresponding Provisions related to Fundamental Rights:
1. A. Article 14 - Guarantees equality before the law or the equal protection of laws within the territory of India. This matches provision 2.
2. B. Article 15 - Prohibits discrimination by the State against any citizen on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them. This matches provision 1.
3. C. Article 16 - Guarantees equality of opportunity for all citizens in matters relating to employment or appointment to any office under the State. This matches provision 4.
4. D. Article 17 - Abolishes 'Untouchability' and forbids its practice in any form. This matches provision 3.
Therefore, the correct matching sequence is A-2, B-1, C-4, D-3.
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