Q1. What does Article 23 of the Indian Constitution prohibit?
- Employment of children under 14 years
- Forced labour, human trafficking, and begar
- Religious conversions
- Religious instruction in schools
Correct Option: 2. Forced labour, human trafficking, and begar
Explanation: Article 23 prohibits human trafficking, begar (forced unpaid labour), and similar forms of forced labour. It applies to both citizens and non-citizens and protects against exploitation by both State and private entities.
Q2. What does the term begar refer to under Article 23?
- Voluntary service
- Unpaid service for religious purposes
- Compulsory work without payment
- Temporary employment
Correct Option: 3. Compulsory work without payment
Explanation: Begar is a form of forced and unpaid labour, historically practiced by landlords who made tenants work without wages. Article 23 strictly prohibits this practice.
Q3. Which act was enacted to abolish the bonded labour system in India?
- Equal Remuneration Act, 1976
- Minimum Wages Act, 1948
- Child Labour Act, 1986
- Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976
Correct Option: 4. Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976
Explanation: The Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976 was specifically introduced to abolish bonded labour and cancel all obligations of bonded labourers.
Q4. Article 24 of the Constitution prohibits the employment of children under the age of:
- 10 years
- 12 years
- 14 years
- 16 years
Correct Option: 3. 14 years
Explanation: Article 24 states that children below 14 years cannot be employed in any factory, mine, or hazardous employment. This is meant to protect children from exploitation and unsafe working conditions.
Q5. Which of the following is NOT a right guaranteed under Article 25?
- Right to propagate religion
- Right to convert others forcefully
- Right to profess religion
- Right to practice religion
Correct Option: 2. Right to convert others forcefully
Explanation: Article 25 allows a person to propagate their religion but does not permit forced conversions, as they infringe upon others’ right to freedom of conscience.