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Q: In which of the following articles, “Laws which are inconsistent with or abridging the fundamental rights” are mentioned?
  • A. Article 14
  • B. Article 12
  • C. Article 13 (d)
  • D. Article 15
Correct Answer: Option C - Article 12 of the Indian Constitution talks about the definition of the term “State”. Article 13 states that any law that is inconsistent with or in derogation of the fundamental rights shall be void. Article 14 provides for equality before the law and equal protection of laws. Article 15 prohibits discrimination on the basis of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. Article 16 prohibits discrimination in employment in any government office.
C. Article 12 of the Indian Constitution talks about the definition of the term “State”. Article 13 states that any law that is inconsistent with or in derogation of the fundamental rights shall be void. Article 14 provides for equality before the law and equal protection of laws. Article 15 prohibits discrimination on the basis of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. Article 16 prohibits discrimination in employment in any government office.

Explanations:

Article 12 of the Indian Constitution talks about the definition of the term “State”. Article 13 states that any law that is inconsistent with or in derogation of the fundamental rights shall be void. Article 14 provides for equality before the law and equal protection of laws. Article 15 prohibits discrimination on the basis of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. Article 16 prohibits discrimination in employment in any government office.