Which Act Abolished Untouchability in India? Explained | Article 17 & Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order 1950

Learn which act abolished untouchability in India under Article 17 of the Constitution and how it combats social discrimination effectively.

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The Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950 under Article 17 of the Indian Constitution officially abolished untouchability in India. This act was a monumental step towards ensuring equality and fighting social discrimination. It made the practice of untouchability a punishable offense.**

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is Article 17 of the Indian Constitution? Article 17 of the Indian Constitution abolishes the practice of untouchability in any form and declares its practice as an offense punishable by law.
  2. When was the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order enacted? The Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order was enacted in 1950 under the Indian Constitution to abolish untouchability and provide protections to Scheduled Castes.
  3. How does the Indian law punish untouchability? Untouchability is made a punishable offense under Article 17, enforced through laws such as the Constitution (Scheduled Castes) Order, 1950, and other allied legislation to prevent social discrimination.

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