Principle: Article 15 forbids discrimination against any citizen on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth in access to public places. Facts: A roadside hotel serves a customer tea in a separate earthen cup after learning he is a Dalit. Decision:
AIt is valid, since no public employment is involved
BIt is a violation, being discrimination in a public place on the ground of caste
CIt is valid, as a shopkeeper may serve customers as he pleases
DIt is not a violation, as tea was still served
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. It is a violation, being discrimination in a public place on the ground of caste
Article 15 bars caste discrimination in access to public places like hotels; serving a Dalit customer separately on caste grounds is a clear violation. A shopkeeper's preference cannot override this.
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