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Some provisions of Indian Constitution to fight against Untouchability

Under Article 17 of the Constitution, Untouchability has been prohibited on any ground.

Article 14 providing equality before law, article 15 providing equality and equal access to public places etc.

Article 46 under DPSP says that the State shall promote educational and economic interest of the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes, and shall protect them from social injustice and exploitation.