6.13.2. Description

Article 23(1) abolishes any form of bonded labor, forced labor and trafficking in human beings. It has special significance for SC/STs and women. “Begar” is described as labor or service, which a person is forced to give without receiving any remuneration for it. It is also known as “debt bondage”.

Article 23(2) states that State can impose compulsory service if there is a need for the same. Notably, Devadasi system has been abolished because of the prohibition of above article.