Samvaada

A civic reading room in development

The Constitution, in conversation

Samvaada is a place to read the Constitution of India and discuss the provisions that shape our civic life.

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The full reader is in development. In Samvaada, you’ll be able to browse articles, clauses, schedules and amendments, with each discussion attached to the passage it’s about.

Part III · Fundamental Rights

Article 14. Equality before law

The State shall not deny to any person equality before the law or the equal protection of the laws within the territory of India.
Official source · 1 May 2024 edition