Out of the following, which one is a fundamental right in the constitution of India?

The correct answer is Right to Freedom.

Key Points

• Right to Freedom (Articles 19 – 22)
  • Freedom is one of the most important ideals cherished by any democratic society.
  • The Indian Constitution guarantees freedom to citizens.
  • The freedom right includes many rights such as:
    • Freedom of speech
    • Freedom of expression
    • Freedom of assembly without arms
    • Freedom of association
    • Freedom to practice any profession 
    • Freedom to reside in any part of the country

Additional Information

• Right to Equality (Articles 14 – 18)
  • Right to equality guarantees equal rights for everyone, irrespective of religion, gender, caste, race, or place of birth.
  • It ensures equal employment opportunities in the government and insures discrimination by the State in matters of employment based on caste, religion, etc.
  • This right also includes the abolition of titles as well as untouchability.
• Right against Exploitation (Articles 23 – 24)
  • This right implies the prohibition of trafficking in human beings, begar, and other forms of forced labour.
  • It also implies the prohibition of children in factories, etc.
  • The Constitution prohibits the employment of children under 14 years in hazardous conditions.
•  Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25 – 28)
  • This indicates the secular nature of Indian polity.
    • There is equal respect given to all religions.
  • There is freedom of conscience, profession, practice, and propagation of religion.
    • The State has no official religion.
  • Every person has the right to freely practice his or her faith, establish and maintain religious and charitable institutions.
• Cultural and Educational Rights (Articles 29 – 30)
  • These rights protect religious, cultural, and linguistic minorities' rights by facilitating them to preserve their heritage and culture.
  • Educational rights are for ensuring education for everyone without any discrimination.
• Right to Constitutional Remedies (32 – 35)
  • The Constitution guarantees remedies if citizens’ fundamental rights are violated.
  • The government cannot infringe upon or curb anyone’s rights.
  • When these rights are violated, the aggrieved party can approach the courts.
  • Citizens can even go directly to the Supreme Court which can issue writs for enforcing fundamental rights.