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    Question

    The right to equality under Article 14 is subject to

    what exception?
    A It does not apply to women Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B It does not apply to the armed forces Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C It permits reasonable classification Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D It does not apply to government employees Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E It does not apply to non-citizens Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Article 14 permits the State to make reasonable classifications, provided the classification has a rational basis and is not arbitrary. The test for reasonable classification, established in AIR v. Rajasthan (1963) 1 SCR 191, requires: (1) intelligible differentia, (2) rational relation to the object sought. This allows for differential treatment based on legitimate grounds. [Citation: Article 14, Constitution of India; AIR v. Rajasthan (1963) 1 SCR 191]

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