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Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties (Part-2)

📆 November 14, 2024

Total Questions: 48

31. In which of the following were the Fundamental Duties adopted? [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-I) 10.01.2017 (Shift-II)]

Correct Answer: (d) USSR
Solution:Originally, the Indian Constitution did not contain Fundamental Duties.
  • The Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution are inspired by the Constitution of the erstwhile USSR.
  • In 1976, the Government of India appointed the Sardar Swaran Singh Committee to make recommendations about Fundamental Duties.
  • Accordingly, it enacted the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act in 1976, which added a new part (Part IVA) to the Constitution. This new part consists of only one Article (Article 51A) which specifies a code of ten fundamental duties of the citizens of India.
  • The 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002 added one more Fundamental Duty (to provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the ages of six and fourteen years).

Article 51A of the Indian Constitution in Part IV-A provides eleven Fundamental Duties. These fundamental duties are mentioned below:

  1. To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem,
  2. To cherish and follow the noble ideals that inspired the national struggle for freedom,
  3. To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India,
  4. To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so,
  5. To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of India transcending religious, linguistic, and regional or sectional diversities and to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women,
  6. To value and preserve the rich heritage of the country’s composite culture,
  7. To protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures,
  8. To develop a scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform,
  9. To safeguard public property and to abjure violence,
  10. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavor and achievement, and
  11. To provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the age of six and fourteen years (added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002).

32. The Fundamental Duties are addressed to the_______. [S.S.C. Online CPO SI (T-I) 10.11.2022 (Shift-II)]

Correct Answer: (d) Citizens
Solution:The Fundamental Duties are a set of moral obligations and responsibilities of citizens of India. They are enshrined in Part IV-A of the Indian Constitution, added by the 42nd Amendment Act in 1976. The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution to remind citizens that while they enjoy certain rights, they also have certain duties towards the nation, society and fellow citizens

33. Which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India cites that it is the duty of every citizen of India to develop a scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform? [S.S.C. JE Mechanical Exams 22.03.2021 (Shift-I)]

Correct Answer: (c) 51A
Solution:There is a provision for Fundamental Duties in Article 51A of Part-4A of the Indian Constitution, which was added by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976 on the recommendation of the Swaran Singh Committee. Article 51A(H) states that in India It is the duty of every citizen to develop a scientific outlook, humanism, and the spirit of learning and reform. Originally there were 10 Fundamental Duties in the Constitution, but by the 86th Constitutional Amendment, 2002, the 11th Fundamental Duty was added. Fundamental Duties are inspired by the Constitution of the Soviet Union.

34. How many fundamental duties does part IV-A of Indian constitution specifies? [S.S.C. Online MTS (T-I) 4.10.2017 (Shift-I)]

Correct Answer: (c) 11
Solution:Originally, the Indian Constitution did not contain Fundamental Duties.
  • The Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution are inspired by the Constitution of the erstwhile USSR.
  • In 1976, the Government of India appointed the Sardar Swaran Singh Committee to make recommendations about Fundamental Duties.
  • Accordingly, it enacted the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act in 1976, which added a new part (Part IVA) to the Constitution. This new part consists of only one Article (Article 51A) which specifies a code of ten fundamental duties of the citizens of India.
  • The 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002 added one more Fundamental Duty (to provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the ages of six and fourteen years).

Article 51A of the Indian Constitution in Part IV-A provides eleven Fundamental Duties. These fundamental duties are mentioned below:

  1. To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem,
  2. To cherish and follow the noble ideals that inspired the national struggle for freedom,
  3. To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India,
  4. To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so,
  5. To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of India transcending religious, linguistic, and regional or sectional diversities and to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women,
  6. To value and preserve the rich heritage of the country’s composite culture,
  7. To protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures,
  8. To develop a scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform,
  9. To safeguard public property and to abjure violence,
  10. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavor and achievement, and
  11. To provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the age of six and fourteen years (added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002).

35. How many Fundamental Duties were given in Indian Constitution? [S.S.C. Online MTS (T-I) 9.10.2017 (Shift-III) S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-I) 10.08.2021 (Shift-II)]

Correct Answer: (b) 11
Solution:Originally, the Indian Constitution did not contain Fundamental Duties.
  • The Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution are inspired by the Constitution of the erstwhile USSR.
  • In 1976, the Government of India appointed the Sardar Swaran Singh Committee to make recommendations about Fundamental Duties.
  • Accordingly, it enacted the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act in 1976, which added a new part (Part IVA) to the Constitution. This new part consists of only one Article (Article 51A) which specifies a code of ten fundamental duties of the citizens of India.
  • The 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002 added one more Fundamental Duty (to provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the ages of six and fourteen years).

Article 51A of the Indian Constitution in Part IV-A provides eleven Fundamental Duties. These fundamental duties are mentioned below:

  1. To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem,
  2. To cherish and follow the noble ideals that inspired the national struggle for freedom,
  3. To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India,
  4. To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so,
  5. To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of India transcending religious, linguistic, and regional or sectional diversities and to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women,
  6. To value and preserve the rich heritage of the country’s composite culture,
  7. To protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures,
  8. To develop a scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform,
  9. To safeguard public property and to abjure violence,
  10. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavor and achievement, and
  11. To provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the age of six and fourteen years (added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002).

36. In which year were the Fundamental Duties of citizens added to the Constitution of India by the 42nd Amendment? [S.S.C. Online CGL (T-I) 24.08.2021 (Shift-II)]

Correct Answer: (a) 1976
Solution:Originally, the Indian Constitution did not contain Fundamental Duties.
  • The Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution are inspired by the Constitution of the erstwhile USSR.
  • In 1976, the Government of India appointed the Sardar Swaran Singh Committee to make recommendations about Fundamental Duties.
  • Accordingly, it enacted the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act in 1976, which added a new part (Part IVA) to the Constitution. This new part consists of only one Article (Article 51A) which specifies a code of ten fundamental duties of the citizens of India.
  • The 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002 added one more Fundamental Duty (to provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the ages of six and fourteen years).

Article 51A of the Indian Constitution in Part IV-A provides eleven Fundamental Duties. These fundamental duties are mentioned below:

  1. To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem,
  2. To cherish and follow the noble ideals that inspired the national struggle for freedom,
  3. To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India,
  4. To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so,
  5. To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of India transcending religious, linguistic, and regional or sectional diversities and to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women,
  6. To value and preserve the rich heritage of the country’s composite culture,
  7. To protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures,
  8. To develop a scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform,
  9. To safeguard public property and to abjure violence,
  10. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavor and achievement, and
  11. To provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the age of six and fourteen years (added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002).

37. As of July 2020, how many fundamental duties are meant for a citizen of India? [S.S.C. Online M.T.S. (T-I) 13.10.2021 (Shift-I)]

Correct Answer: (b) 11
Solution:Originally, the Indian Constitution did not contain Fundamental Duties.
  • The Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution are inspired by the Constitution of the erstwhile USSR.
  • In 1976, the Government of India appointed the Sardar Swaran Singh Committee to make recommendations about Fundamental Duties.
  • Accordingly, it enacted the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act in 1976, which added a new part (Part IVA) to the Constitution. This new part consists of only one Article (Article 51A) which specifies a code of ten fundamental duties of the citizens of India.
  • The 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002 added one more Fundamental Duty (to provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the ages of six and fourteen years).

Article 51A of the Indian Constitution in Part IV-A provides eleven Fundamental Duties. These fundamental duties are mentioned below:

  1. To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem,
  2. To cherish and follow the noble ideals that inspired the national struggle for freedom,
  3. To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India,
  4. To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so,
  5. To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of India transcending religious, linguistic, and regional or sectional diversities and to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women,
  6. To value and preserve the rich heritage of the country’s composite culture,
  7. To protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures,
  8. To develop a scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform,
  9. To safeguard public property and to abjure violence,
  10. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavor and achievement, and
  11. To provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the age of six and fourteen years (added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002).

38. It is the duty of every citizen to uphold and protect the________. unity and integrity of India. [S.S.C. Online CGL (T-I) 02.12.2022 (Shift-II)]

Correct Answer: (c) sovereignty
Solution:Article 51A of the Indian Constitution in Part IV-A provides eleven Fundamental Duties. These fundamental duties are mentioned below:
  1. To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem,
  2. To cherish and follow the noble ideals that inspired the national struggle for freedom,
  3. To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India,
  4. To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so,
  5. To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of India transcending religious, linguistic, and regional or sectional diversities and to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women,
  6. To value and preserve the rich heritage of the country’s composite culture,
  7. To protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures,
  8. To develop a scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform,
  9. To safeguard public property and to abjure violence,
  10. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavor and achievement, and
  11. To provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the age of six and fourteen years (added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002).

39. The Sub-Section (C) in the list of Fundamental Duties requires an Indian citizen to uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and______ of India. [S.S.C. Online CPO S.I. (T-I) 11.11.2022 (Shift-III)]

Correct Answer: (b) integrity
Solution:The Sub-Section (C) in the list of Fundamental Duties requires an Indian citizen to uphold and protect India's sovereignty, unity and integrity.

Article 51A of the Indian Constitution in Part IV-A provides eleven Fundamental Duties. These fundamental duties are mentioned below:

  1. To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem,
  2. To cherish and follow the noble ideals that inspired the national struggle for freedom,
  3. To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India,
  4. To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so,
  5. To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of India transcending religious, linguistic, and regional or sectional diversities and to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women,
  6. To value and preserve the rich heritage of the country’s composite culture,
  7. To protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures,
  8. To develop a scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform,
  9. To safeguard public property and to abjure violence,
  10. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavor and achievement, and
  11. To provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the age of six and fourteen years (added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002).

40. In which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India is right to property mentioned? [S.S.C. Online CHSL (T-I) 13.04.2021 (Shift-III)]

Correct Answer: (c) Article 300 A
Solution:The right to property was a fundamental right under Article 31 in the original Constitution, but it was deleted from the list of fundamental rights by the44th Constitutional Amendment (1978) and is now a mere legal right under Part XII Article 300A of the Constitution.
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