Which Article of the Indian Constitution prohibits traffic in human beings and forced labour?
- Article 21
- Article 22
- Article 23
- Article 24
Answer: Article 23
Article 23 prohibits traffic in human beings, begar (forced labour without payment), and other similar forms of forced labour. Any contravention is punishable by law. However, the State can impose compulsory service for public purposes (e.g., military service, disaster relief) without discrimination.