GS PrelimsPolityFundamental Rights2019

Which Article of the Constitution of India safeguards one's right to marry the person of one's choice?

A

Article 19

B

Article 21

C

Article 25

D

Article 29

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

1. The Constitution of India guarantees fundamental rights to its citizens. 2. The right to marry the person of one's choice is not explicitly mentioned as a fundamental right. 3. However, the Supreme Court of India, through various judgments (notably in the *Lata Singh vs. State of U.P.* case and the *Shafin Jahan vs. Asokan K.M. (Hadiya case)*), has interpreted this right as an integral part of the Right to Life and Personal Liberty guaranteed under Article 21. 4. Article 21 states that "No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established by law." The Supreme Court has held that the choice of a life partner falls within the domain of personal liberty. 5. Article 19 deals with protection of certain rights regarding freedom of speech, etc. 6. Article 25 deals with freedom of conscience and free profession, practice and propagation of religion. 7. Article 29 deals with the protection of interests of minorities. 8. Therefore, Article 21 is the Article that safeguards this right.

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