Question

Which of the following comes under Right to Equality?
1.Non-discrimination by state on grounds of religion or race
2.Equal protection of the laws
3.Equal pay for equal work
4.Equality of opportunity in matters of employment under the state
A.I, II and III
B.II, III and lV
C.II, IV
D.I, II and IV

Answer 1

Hint:Amongst the six fundamental rights, Right to Equality is considered one the important fundamental right. This fundamental right not only applies to citizens of India but also to everyone who is the territory of India.

Complete answer:
 One of the fundamental rights which is mentioned in the Constitution of India which is called Right to equality. It mentions equality before law, to prohibit discrimination on the bases of religion , race, gender as well as place of birth. It also mentions equal opportunity in the matter of employment as well as abolition of untouchability and titles.
 In simple words it means that everyone should be treated the same and no one can get special treatment or privilege that will dishonour any group or individual in any way. According to the article 14 of the constitution of India, all people should be equally protected by the laws of India.
The Right to Equality applies to anyone who is in the territory of India even if they are not a citizen of India. Every individual from Prime Minister to any individual of India is considered the same before law. In the article 14, Equality before law is mentioned in the , In the article 15,Prohibition of discrimination based on religion, race, caste or sex or place of birth. In the article 16,Equality of opportunity in the matters of the employment of the public is mentioned . In the article 17, abolition of untouchability is mentioned and in the article 18, abolition of titles is mentioned.

Hence, the correct answer is option (D).

Note:Right to Equality is considered as one of the fundamental rights which mention Non-discrimination by state on grounds of religion or race Equal protection of the laws and Equality of opportunity in matters of employment under the state.