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Correct Answer: Option (B) — 2 only
Concept & Option Breakdown
Standard Reference VerifiedStatement 1 is incorrect: Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour is a Fundamental Right guaranteed under Article 23 in Part III of the Constitution.
Statement 2 is correct: Article 47 under the Directive Principles of State Policy directs the State to endeavour to bring about prohibition of the consumption except for medicinal purposes of intoxicating drinks and of drugs injurious to health.
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