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Fundamental Duties

Asked 3 times in UPSC Prelims · first asked 2011 · last asked 2017

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Which of the following statements is/are true of the Fundamental Duties of an Indian citizen? 1. A legislative process has been provided to enforce these duties. 2. They are correlative to legal duties. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

2017Polity
A1 only
B2 only
CBoth 1 and 2
DNeither 1 nor 2

Explanation

The Fundamental Duties of an Indian citizen are not enforced through legal provisions as per the constitution. These duties do not have a direct correlation with legal duties as defined in the constitution.

Which of the following is/are among the Fundamental Duties of citizens laid down in the Indian Constitution? 1. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture 2. To protect the weaker sections from social injustice 3. To develop the scientific temper and spirit of inquiry 4. To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

2012Polity
A1 and 2 only
B2 only
C1, 3 and 4 only
D1, 2, 3 and 4

Explanation

In the Indian Constitution, some of the Fundamental Duties of citizens include preserving the diverse culture, safeguarding the marginalized groups from unfair treatment, and fostering a scientific mindset and curiosity. The correct answer is option (c) 1, 3, and 4, as per the Constitution.

Under the Constitution of India, which one of the following is not a fundamental duty?

2011Polity
ATo vote in public elections
BTo develop the scientific temper
CTo safeguard public property
DTo abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals

Explanation

According to the Constitution of India, the fundamental duty that is not included is the obligation to vote in public elections.