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"Prohibition of discrimination on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth-(1) The State shall not discriminate against any citizen______." The above is mandated in our constitution, under :
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Article 15
Prohibition of Discrimination Under Constitution
The question asks to identify the constitutional provision that mandates the prohibition of discrimination against citizens on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.
Identifying the Constitutional Article
- The Indian Constitution guarantees certain fundamental rights to its citizens. One of these is the right to equality, which includes the prohibition of discrimination.
- Article 15 of the Constitution explicitly states that the State shall not discriminate against any citizen on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth, or any of them.
- The quoted text is the commencement of this specific provision.
Analyzing Other Options
- Article 19 guarantees freedoms such as speech, assembly, and movement.
- Article 21A provides the right to education.
- Article 35 concerns the power of Parliament to make laws prescribing punishment for certain acts related to fundamental rights.
Therefore, the prohibition of discrimination on the grounds mentioned is mandated under Article 15.
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