Which among the following articles of the Indian constitution deals with the right to equality of opportunity in the matters of public employment?

The correct answer is Option 4.

Key Points

• Article 16 of the Indian Constitution deals with the right to equality of opportunity in matters of public employment.
• It ensures that there is no discrimination in public employment on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, descent, place of birth, or residence.
• It also provides for the reservation of posts for certain categories, such as Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), and Other Backward Classes (OBCs), to promote social justice and equality.

Additional Information

• Article 15 of the Indian Constitution deals with the prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.
  • It ensures that the state shall not discriminate against any citizen on these grounds in matters of access to public places, use of public resources, or in providing opportunities in employment or educational institutions.
  • Article 15 promotes the principles of equality and non-discrimination.
• Article 17 of the Indian Constitution deals with the abolition of untouchability.
  • It declares that untouchability is abolished and that its practice in any form is forbidden. 
  • It is a provision aimed at eradicating the social evil of untouchability and promoting equality and dignity among all individuals.