Which fundamental right in the Indian Constitution prohibits forced labour and forms of human trafficking? 

The correct answer is Right against exploitation.

Key Points

• The Right against exploitation is enshrined in Articles 23 and 24 of the Indian Constitution.
• Article 23 explicitly prohibits human trafficking, begar (forced labor), and other similar forms of forced labor.
• Article 24 prohibits the employment of children below the age of 14 years in any factory, mine, or other hazardous employment.
• This right is crucial to ensure the protection of individuals from exploitation and to uphold their human dignity.
• The enforcement of these articles has been strengthened by various laws such as the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, the Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, and the Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act.

 Additional Information

• Right to life and personal liberty
  • This is covered under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution.
  • It ensures the protection of life and personal liberty of individuals and has a broad scope, including the right to privacy, the right to a clean environment, and the right to live with dignity.
• Right to equality
  • This is covered under Articles 14 to 18 of the Indian Constitution.
  • It ensures equality before the law, prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth, and abolishes untouchability.
• Right to religious freedom
  • This is covered under Articles 25 to 28 of the Indian Constitution.
  • It guarantees freedom of conscience and the right to freely profess, practice, and propagate religion.