Q. Consider the following statements::
1.Article 17 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination based on gender.
2.The Constitution of India guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression 19(1)(a), which includes the freedom of the press.
Select the correct answer from the code given below:

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 is incorrect. Article 15 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination based on gender.

Statement 2 is correct. The Constitution of India guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression 19(1)(a), which includes the freedom of the press.

Source: ForumIAS