Question

From where was the term `equal protection of law' taken?

• A. United States of America
• B. Britain
• C. Canada
• D. Australia

Hint:

Remember the pair for Article 14: Equality before law → UK; Equal protection of laws → USA.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understand Article 14’s twin phrases. India’s Article 14 uses (i) “equality before the law” (from Britain) and (ii) “equal protection of the laws” (from the U.S. 14th Amendment).
Step 2: Identify the requested source. The question asks specifically for “equal protection of law(s)”—this is drawn from the United States.
Step 3: Conclude. \[ \boxed{\text{United States of America (Option A).}} \]