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Which Article of the Constitution provides for equality of opportunity in matters of public employment?

  1. Article 14
  2. Article 15
  3. Article 16
  4. Article 17

Answer: Article 16

Article 16 guarantees equality of opportunity in matters of public employment. It prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, descent, place of birth, or residence. Exceptions include residence-based reservations for certain states (Article 16(3)) and reservations for backward classes (Article 16(4)).

Topic Fundamental Rights - Equality of Opportunity
Exam Relevance Important for UPSC Prelims, SSC CGL Tier-2, and State PSC exams

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