SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 26

SSC CHSL - 08 Aug 2023 - Shift 4 • General Awareness • Q26

The fundamental rights have been guaranteed to protect the public from the princess state actions judicial decision and to expand the scope of the word state as defined by ____________ of the Indian constitution.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Article 12.

Article 12 defines "State" for Part III (Fundamental Rights), including the Government and Parliament of India, State Governments, and local authorities. This ensures that the protection of fundamental rights extends to the actions of all government bodies.

Explanation of Other Options:

  • Article 14 ensures equality before the law.

  • Article 15 prohibits discrimination on grounds like religion and caste.

  • Article 13 declares laws inconsistent with fundamental rights as void.