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Abolition of Untouchability Article 17 was Mentioned Under which Part of the Indian Constitution

Answer: The Abolition of Untouchability (Article 17) was incorporated in Part III of the Indian constitution.

The Indian constitution’s Article 17 primarily addresses the issue of untouchability. The practice of untouchability is restricted and prohibited under this article. It ensures that all forms of untouchability are eliminated. On June 1, 1955, the Untouchability (Offences) Act went into effect, imposing penalties for the practice of untouchability and making it illegal.