Welcome back to THE IAS COMPANION! Today, we explore the profound significance of the Right Against Exploitation enshrined in our Constitution, a cornerstone in safeguarding individual dignity and freedom. Let's delve into the intricacies of Articles 23 and 24: Prohibition of Traffic in Human Beings and Forced Labour: Article 23 prohibits human trafficking, forced labor, and other forms of involuntary servitude, extending protection against both the State and private entities. Legislative measures like the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956, and the Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976, aim to eradicate these practices and ensure fair wages. Exceptions allow compulsory service for public purposes, but discrimination is prohibited. Landmark Judgements: Cases like People's Union for Democratic Rights v. Union of India (1982) and Vishal Jeet v. Union of India (1990) emphasize eradication of bonded labor and stringent enforcement against child labor. Prohibition of Employment of Children in Factories, etc.: Article 24 prohibits the employment of children below 14 years in hazardous occupations, safeguarding their right to education and innocence. Legislative safeguards like the Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986, supplemented by judicial directives, aim to eradicate child labor and ensure children's welfare. Landmark Judgements: Cases like M.C. Mehta v. State of Tamil Nadu (1996) and Bachpan Bachao Andolan v. Union of India (2011) emphasize eradication of child labor and protection of children's rights. In conclusion, the Right Against Exploitation reflects our commitment to combat human trafficking, forced labor, and child exploitation. Through legislative reforms, judicial activism, and landmark judgments, we strive for a society founded on justice, equality, and human dignity. Let's remain steadfast in upholding the rights and freedoms of every individual, especially the most vulnerable among us. #UPSC #IASprep #civilserviceexam #IASexamination #IASaspirants #UPSCjourney #IASexam #civilservice #IASgoals #UPSC2024 #IAS2024 #civilservant #IAScoaching #aUPSCmotivation #IASmotivation #UPSCpreparation #IASpreparation #UPSCguide #IASguide #UPSCtips #IAStips #UPSCbooks #IASbooks #UPSCexamstrategy #IASexamstrategy #UPSCmentorship #IASmentorship #UPSCcommunity #IAScommunity #UPSCpreparation #IASpreparation #UPSCguide #IASguide #UPSCtips #IAStips #UPSCbooks #IASbooks #UPSCexamstrategy #IASexamstrategy #UPSCmentorship #IASmentorship #UPSCcommunity #IAScommunity --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theiascompanion/message