Which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution explicitly prohibits the State from making any law that violates Fundamental Rights?

The Correct Answer is: (b) Article 13

Explanation:
Article 13 of the Indian Constitution is a guardian of Fundamental Rights. It explicitly prohibits the State from making any law that abridges or takes away the rights conferred under Part III (Fundamental Rights). It also declares that any such law shall be void to the extent of the contravention.

Information Booster:
• Fundamental Rights (Articles 12–35) are justiciable and enforceable in courts.
• Article 13 is used by the Supreme Court and High Courts during Public Interest Litigations (PILs).
• Kesavananda Bharati case (1973) reaffirmed the role of Article 13 in upholding the Basic Structure Doctrine.

Additional Information:
•  Article 32 – Provides the right to constitutional remedies for enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
•  Article 30 – Deals with the rights of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions.
•  Article 42 – Falls under the Directive Principles of State Policy, relating to provision for just and humane conditions of work and maternity relief.