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Fundamental Duties (Article 51A)

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Added by the 42nd Amendment (1976), these eleven duties exhort citizens to respect the Constitution, uphold sovereignty, defend the country, and preserve its composite culture. They also call for fostering scientific temper, safeguarding public property, and striving for excellence. Though not legally enforceable, courts may consider them in interpreting laws and shaping jurisprudence on civic responsibility. These duties remind citizens that rights come with obligations, promoting a participatory ethos vital for sustaining a healthy democracy. They also help galvanize national unity by underscoring the moral responsibilities expected from every Indian citizen.

Practice Questions

Who is the head of the government in India?

What is the maximum strength of the Legislative Assembly of a state?

विधायिका के प्रमुख का चुनाव किस प्रक्रिया से होता है?

Which is the largest state in India by area?

What is the minimum age for a person to become the Chief Minister of a state in India?

वरिष्ठ न्यायाधीशों के चयन में किस समिति का योगदान होता है?

सूचना का अधिकार किस अधिनियम के अंतर्गत आता है?

संसदीय प्रश्न सत्र के दौरान प्रश्नों के उत्तर कौन देता है?

राज्यसभा के सदस्यों का चयन किस आधार पर किया जाता है?

Who among the following is known as the "Father of the Nation" in India?