Question

Which provision of the Fundamental Rights is directly related to the exploitation of children?

• A. Article 17
• B. Article 19
• C. Article 23
• D. Article 24

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Article 24

• Article 24 of the Indian Constitution specifically prohibits the employment of children in factories, mines, and other hazardous workplaces. This article falls under the Fundamental Rights section of the Constitution and directly addresses child exploitation by banning child labor in dangerous occupations.

• It prohibits employment of children below 14 years of age in factories, mines, and other hazardous employments

• It's part of the Right against Exploitation (Articles 23-24)

• It aims to protect children from economic exploitation and dangerous work conditions

• This constitutional provision led to various child labor laws in India, including the Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, which further strengthens protections against child exploitation.

• Article 23 (which is another option shown on the webpage) deals with prohibition of human trafficking and forced labor, but Article 24 specifically addresses the exploitation of children in hazardous workplaces, making it the most directly related to child exploitation.