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      Question

      Which of the following acts constitutes an offence under

      the Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955?
      A Failure to pay minimum wages Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Refusal to sell goods to a person on grounds of untouchability Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Disputing a will in a civil court Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Non-payment of rent by a tenant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      The Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 (earlier the Untouchability Offences Act) prohibits and punishes the practice of untouchability in any form. Refusing access to shops, restaurants, or services based on caste or untouchability is a punishable offence under the Act.

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