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What does Art. 17 of the Constitution of India relate to?

AAbolition of Untouchability and prohibition of its practice in any forms

BEquality of opportunity in matters of public employment

CProtection in respect of conviction for offences

DRight to elementary education

Answer:

A. Abolition of Untouchability and prohibition of its practice in any forms

Read Explanation:

  • Article 17 of the Constitution of India abolishes the practice of untouchability and makes it punishable by law:

  • Abolishes untouchability

    • Article 17 of the Constitution of India abolishes the practice of untouchability in all its forms.


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