Which of the following Articles prohibits employment of children under 14 years of age in factories?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is: (b) Article 24

Explanation:
· Article 24 of the Indian Constitution prohibits the employment of children below the age of 14 years in any factory, mine or hazardous work.
· It is a part of the Fundamental Rights under the Right against Exploitation.
Information Booster:
· Article 23 and 24 together form the Right against Exploitation.
· Article 24 ensures the protection of children from industrial labor.
· Violation of Article 24 is punishable under the Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986.
· Article 21A guarantees free and compulsory education.
· India ratified ILO Conventions on child labor in 2017.
· Ministry: Ministry of Labour and Employment.
Additional Information:
· Article 25: Deals with the right to freedom of religion.
· Article 26: Guarantees freedom to manage religious affairs.
· Article 27: No compulsion to pay taxes for promotion of any religion.