Match List I (Articles of the Constitution of India) with List II (Provision) and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:

Correct Option

• Article 14: Guarantees equality before the law and equal protection of the laws within the territory of India.
• Article 15: Prohibits the State from discriminating against any citizen on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth, or any of them.
• Article 16: Ensures equality of opportunity for all citizens in matters relating to employment or appointment to any office under the State.
• Article 17: Abolishes "Untouchability" and forbids its practice in any form.

Incorrect Options

• Option (a) A-2, B-4, C-1, D-3: This option incorrectly pairs Article 15 with provision 4 (equality of opportunity in public employment) and Article 16 with provision 1 (non-discrimination). Article 15 relates to non-discrimination, and Article 16 relates to equality of opportunity in public employment.
• Option (b) A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2: This option incorrectly pairs Article 14 with provision 3 (abolition of untouchability) and Article 17 with provision 2 (equality before the law). Article 14 relates to equality before the law, and Article 17 relates to the abolition of untouchability.
• Option (d) A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2: This option incorrectly pairs Article 14 with provision 3 (abolition of untouchability) and Article 17 with provision 2 (equality before the law). It also incorrectly pairs Article 16 with provision 1 (non-discrimination). Article 14 relates to equality before the law, Article 16 to equality of opportunity in public employment, and Article 17 to the abolition of untouchability.