Q. Which of the following Provisions of Indian constitution are related to the concept of Gender equality?
1.Fundamental Duties
2.Directive principle of state policy
3.Fundamental rights
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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[A] 2 and 3 only

[B] 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D
Notes:

Fundamental duty- Article 51A (e)enjoins upon every citizen to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women.

Fundamental rights-

  • Article 15(1) and (2)prohibits the state from discriminating against any citizen only on the basis of any one or more of the aspects such as religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them.
  • Article 16 provides for equality of opportunity for all citizens in matters relating to employment or appointment to any office under the State.

Directive principles Of state policy-

  • Article 39 requires the State to direct its policy towards securing for men and women equally the right to an adequate means of livelihood [Article 39(a)]:, and equal pay for equal work for both men and women [Article 39(d)].
  • Article 39A directs the State to promote justice, on the basis of equal opportunity and to promote free legal aid by suitable legislation or scheme or in any other way to ensure that opportunities for securing justice are not denied to any citizen by reason of economic or other disabilities.

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