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State Article: 17 in the Right to Equality, in the Indian constitution.

Article 17 in the Right to Equality is related to the 'Abolition of Untouchability.' It states:"Untouchability" is abolished and its practice in any form is forbidden. The enforcement of any disability rising out of "Untouchability" shall be an offence punishable in accordance with law."

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In which of the following situations is a minister misusing his power?

A. Refuses to sanction a project of his ministry for sound technical reasons


B. Threatens to send his security staff to rough up his neighbor


C. Calls up the police station asking them not to register a complaint that is likely to be filed against his relative.


D. Conducts a public meeting to discuss their issues