The Right to Equality (Articles 14-18) of the Indian Constitution includes several provisions to ensure equal status and opportunities for all citizens. Article 17 specifically deals with the 'Abolition of Untouchability' and forbids its practice in any form. It is categorized under the Right to Equality because untouchability is a severe form of social discrimination that denies the basic principle of equality.

The Right to Equality comprises:

• Article 14: Equality before law and equal protection of laws.
• Article 15: Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth.
• Article 16: Equality of opportunity in matters of public employment.
• Article 17: Abolition of untouchability and prohibition of its practice.
• Article 18: Abolition of titles except military and academic.