Anuja Chauhan, L.L.B (Hons.), Law College Dehradun, Uttaranchal University
ABSTRACT
The main objective of this research is to pin out the general principles of the ‘right to equality.’ The right to equality is one of the Fundamental Rights under Art. 14-18 in the Constitution of India. It prevents discrimination against sex, caste, place, religion, place of birth and gives equal protection to everyone and treats everyone equally in matters of public employment, and prohibits untouchability, and prohibits to use the of titles. Indian constitution is the most progressive constitution based on liberal democratic and secular government ideals. There are three pillars of the Indian Constitution the legislature, judiciary, and executive which are also known as the “backbone of the Constitution” that have to cooperate for a strong, better, secure India. There are many debates and discussions for the Indian population regarding their protection against the exploitation of their rights. For protecting and safeguarding the basic rights of the Indian citizens, the constitution of India introduced the Fundamental Rights. Part III of the Constitution of India states that all the citizens of India who resides within the territory of the country should have their basic rights related to their caste, sex, and place of birth. It is an essential part of the constitution as it protects the rights of the citizens from the exploitation of the government with their delegated power. Every citizen has the right to enjoy his human rights without any discrimination and get equal protection from the law. Article 14 is based on the concept of Rule of law which was given by A.V. Dicey in his book “The Constitution of England”. It means that all individuals, governments, and any other institution should be governed by the law, even if they are of any rank or position they should not come under any special court but in the ordinary courts.
Keywords: Fundamental Rights, Rule of Law, Constitution of India, Equality, Right to Equality.
