Under which Article of the Indian Constitution are traffic in human beings and beggar and other forms of forced labour prohibited?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Article 23.
Traffic in human beings, begar (forced labor), and other forms of forced labor are prohibited under Article 23 of the Indian Constitution. This Article is a part of the Fundamental Rights and aims to protect individuals from exploitation. It explicitly bans human trafficking and all forms of forced labor, whether imposed by the State or a private individual. Violating this provision is a punishable offense under the law. The Article also allows the State to impose compulsory service for public purposes, provided it does not discriminate on grounds of religion, race, caste, or class. This ensures dignity and freedom for all citizens.