Article 14 of the Indian Constitution embodies the
Question and options
Article 14 of the Indian Constitution embodies the
- Principle of fiscal federalism
- 'Rule of law' concept
- Separation of powers concept
- Division of powers concept
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - 'Rule of law' concept
Article 14 guarantees equality before the law and the equal protection of the laws. Equality before the law is a central part of Dicey's rule of law, so the Article embodies the rule of law concept. Separation of powers and division of powers concern how authority is shared among organs or levels of government, which Article 14 does not address.
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