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Part III · Fundamental Rights

17Abolition of Untouchability

Article 17 · Part III · Right to Equality

“Untouchability” is abolished and its practice in any form is forbidden. The enforcement of any disability arising out of “Untouchability” shall be an offence punishable in accordance with law.

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