Under Article 14 of the Constitution of India, who among the following can get the benefits of equality before law and equal protection of laws? 1. All Indian citizens living in India 2. All Indian citizens living abroad 3. Foreigners living within the territory of India 4. All citizens born in India Select the correct answer using the code given below:
Fundamental Rights — question ID 295
Options
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Explanation
Article 14 states that the State shall not deny to any person equality before the law or the equal protection of the laws within the territory of India. Article 14 applies equally to every person, whether they are a citizen of India or a foreigner. Thus, statements 1 and 3 are correct.