Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
It is a foundational principle of the Indian Constitution, frequently invoked in legal challenges against arbitrary state action, and crucial for understanding governance, justice, and human rights. It is a recurring theme in UPSC examinations.
Article 14 of the Indian Constitution guarantees to all persons equality before the law and equal protection of the laws within the territory of India. It is a fundamental right that prohibits discrimination and ensures that all individuals are treated equally by the state, subject to reasonable classification.