The concept of 'Equality before Law' used in Article 14 of the Indian Constitution is of which origin?
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Correct answer: British origin
Equality before Law is a British concept and is a negative connotation implying the absence of special privileges. In contrast, 'Equal Protection of Laws' is an American concept with a positive connotation.
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