Question : Which article of the constitution clarifies that policies like "reservation" do not violate the right to equality?
Option 1: Article 16 (4)
Option 2: Article 14 (1)
Option 3: Article 21
Option 4: Article 15 (2)
Correct Answer: Article 16 (4)
Solution : The correct answer is Article 16 (4) .
Article 16 (4) of the constitution explicitly clarifies that a policy like reservation will not be seen as a violation of the right to equality. It provides that the state can make any provision for the reservation of appointments or posts in favour of any backward class of citizens who, in the opinion of the state, are not adequately represented in the services under the State.
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