Question
Download Solution PDF_______ Fundamental duties are listed in Article ______ of Part IV A of the Indian Constitution.
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is 11; 51A.
Key Points
Fundamental Duties were added to the constitution in 1976.
- It is inspired by the Constitution of the erstwhile USSR.
- It was recommended by the Sardar Swaran Singh Committee.
- Its need and necessity were felt during the operation of the internal emergency (1975-1977).
Fundamental Duties:
- Fundamental Duties were incorporated in the Indian Constitution by the 42nd amendment.
- There are 11 Fundamental Duties for Indian Citizens drafted on the lines of moral, ethical, and cultural code of conduct followed by people.
- Article 51 ‘A’ contained in Part IV A of the Constitution deals with Fundamental Duties.
- Fundamental Duties are taken from the Constitution of Russia.
- These enjoin upon a citizen among other things, to abide by the Constitution, to cherish and follow noble ideals.
Hence, from the above-mentioned points, it becomes clear that Article 51 A of Part ‘IV a’ of the Constitution have Fundamental Duties been incorporated.
There are 11 fundamental duties, according to Article 51A, that are to be obeyed by all the citizens of the country:
- To abide by the Indian Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Anthem, and the National Flag.
- To follow the Noble ideals that inspired the national struggle for freedom.
- To protect and uphold the sovereignty, integrity, and unity of the country.
- To defend the nation and render national services when asked to do so.
- To promote the spirit of Brotherhood and fraternity in the country.
- To value and preserve the rich heritage of the country's composite culture.
- To protect the environment of the nation.
- To strive for excellence.
- To safeguard public property and to deny violence.
- To generate a scientific rationale for every thought.
- To provide opportunities for education to children between the age of 6 and 14.
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