Which of the following Fundamental Rights entails trafficking of human beings and forced labour?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Rights against Exploitation.
The Right against Exploitation is the Fundamental Right in the Indian Constitution that deals with the prohibition of trafficking in human beings and forced labour. Enshrined in Articles 23 and 24, it ensures that no person is subjected to human trafficking, begar (forced labour without payment), or similar forms of exploitation. Article 23 prohibits all forms of trafficking and forced labour, while Article 24 specifically bans the employment of children below the age of 14 in factories, mines, or hazardous jobs. This right safeguards human dignity and aims to eliminate exploitation in all its forms, ensuring social justice.