Article 14 of the Constitution of India guarantees the right to equality before the law and equal protection of the laws to all individuals. When legislation grants the executive or administrative authority unguided and uncontrolled discretionary power, it undermines this principle by potentially allowing arbitrary actions and unequal treatment, which can lead to discrimination. This violates the rule of law and poses a threat to fundamental rights, aligning with UPSC's focus on constitutional provisions and their implications for governance and individual liberties.