Question

Every person is not equal before the law.
A.True
B.False

Answer 1

Hint: During the time period of colonial rule there was a lot of discrimination being faced by Indians based on caste, religion, financial status, etc. The members of the constituent assembly have themselves experienced discrimination during the pre-independence time thus; they wanted independent India free of any discrimination and biases.

Complete answer: The constitution of India treats all the citizens of the country equally and thus, everyone is equal in the eyes of law. The chairperson of the constituent assembly Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was himself had faced discrimination due to his caste therefore, he wanted to ensure that after independence all this discrimination ends and everyone is treated equally. To ensure that no one is discriminated against on any grounds and everyone gets equal opportunities, certain provisions have been provided in the constitution of our country. The right to equality has been included in the fundamental rights of every citizen. Article 15 of the constitution of India ensures that the right to equality is implemented and everyone is treated equally before the law and there is no discrimination on the grounds of religion, gender, caste, place of birth, etc. Article 14 ensures that every citizen is protected equally by the law and everyone is treated in the same manner. Article 16 provides that everyone is given equal opportunities in terms of public employment and special provisions to be provided to backward classes.

Therefore, The correct answer is Option B - False.

Note: The preamble of India mentions the types of equality that every citizen of India must be provided which are Legal, Economic, natural, social, political, and Civil equality. Article 17 abolishes the act of untouchability whereas article 18 abolishes titles.