Which of the following Fundamental Right is available to both citizens and foreigners?

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Kerala PSC Common Preliminary Exam (GRADUATE LEVEL) PYP - 127/22

Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth
Equality of opportunity in matters of public employment
Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions
Equality before law and equal protection of laws

Answer 1

The correct answer is Equality before law and equal protection of laws.

Key Points

Equality before law and equal protection of laws is enshrined in Article 14 of the Indian Constitution.
This fundamental right is available to both citizens and foreigners within the territory of India.
Equality before law: It ensures that no individual is above the law and all are treated equally in the eyes of the law.
Equal protection of laws: It mandates equal application of laws to all individuals in similar circumstances.

Additional Information

Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth (Article 15): This right is available only to Indian citizens and prohibits discrimination in public places, employment, and education based on these grounds.
Equality of opportunity in matters of public employment (Article 16): This right is exclusive to Indian citizens and ensures equal opportunity in government employment without discrimination.
Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions (Article 30): This right provides minorities (religious and linguistic) the freedom to set up and manage educational institutions, but it is specific to citizens.