Which of the following Articles of the Constitution gives the right to a candidate, belonging to any caste, to apply for any of the public employment opportunities?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Article 16 (2).
- Article 16(2) states that no citizen shall be discriminated against in any employment or office under the State on the basis of race, caste, gender, place of birth, residence, or descent.
- Article 16 in the Constitution of India refers to equality of opportunity in government jobs.