Principle: Right to practice any profession or carry on any occupation, trade or business is regarded as a fundamental right. Explanation: The Fundamental Rights are subject to reasonable restrictions which connote a limitation imposed on a person in the enjoyment of a right which should not be arbitrary or of an excessive nature beyond what is actually required. Facts: Ashok was carrying on the activity of match fixing between two local soccer teams, Blue Bulls and Red Tigers when he was caught and subsequently arrested for trying to influence the outcome of the game. He has claimed protection under the principle stated above. Can he do so? (a) Yes, since he has the freedom to carry on any profession or trade or business within the territory. (b) No, because he is engaged in an illegal business and thus a reasonable restriction would apply for the same. (c) No, because he has tried to influence the game. (d) Both b and c.
Posted on: Thu, 26 Sep 2013 07:09:21 +0000
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