Constitution of India: Article 21
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What is the significance of Article 21 of the Indian Constitution?

  • It mentions the right to shelter, growth, and nourishment as bare necessities for the right to life and other rights (correct)
  • It outlines the procedure for the enforcement of fundamental rights through writs or orders
  • It establishes the Supreme Court as the guardian of the Constitution of India
  • It prohibits the mutilation of the body by amputation or destruction of any organ

    • According to the judgment in the Kharak Singh vs State of Uttar Pradesh case, what did the apex court hold?

  • The destruction of any organ of the body is prohibited by law
  • The right to privacy is not a fundamental right in the Indian Constitution (correct)
  • The right to personal liberty is not subjected to imprisonment or physical coercion
  • The Supreme Court is responsible for protecting and guaranteeing fundamental rights

    • Why is Article 32 considered as the 'soul' and 'heart' of the Indian Constitution?

  • It is responsible for protecting and guaranteeing fundamental rights
  • It mentions the right to shelter, growth, and nourishment as bare necessities for the right to life and other rights
  • It is referred to in case of any right that belongs to human beings, especially the right to life (correct)
  • It outlines the procedure for the enforcement of fundamental rights through writs or orders

    • What is developed from the Magna Carta according to the text?

    <p>Personal liberty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which case was it held that positivity is the basic element of personal liberty?

    <p>Maneka Gandhi vs Union of India</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of Article 21 of the Indian Constitution?

    <p>Right to life, liberty, and security of person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT protected under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution?

    <p>Right to own firearms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the right to life mentioned in Article 21?

    <p>It is the most valuable right to citizens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Article 21 of the Indian Constitution say about foreign citizens?

    <p>It is also valid for foreign citizens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the right to life considered the most valuable right to citizens?

    <p>Because it includes all aspects that make life meaningful and worth living</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Article 21 of the Indian Constitution

    • The right to life and personal liberty is protected under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution.
    • The significance of Article 21 lies in its protection of the right to life, which is considered the most valuable right to citizens.

    Kharak Singh vs State of Uttar Pradesh Case

    • The apex court held in the Kharak Singh vs State of Uttar Pradesh case that positivity is the basic element of personal liberty.

    Article 32 of the Indian Constitution

    • Article 32 is considered as the 'soul' and 'heart' of the Indian Constitution.
    • The significance of Article 32 lies in its provision for the right to remedies for enforcement of fundamental rights.

    Influences on the Indian Constitution

    • The concept of personal liberty developed from the Magna Carta.

    Scope of Article 21

    • The main focus of Article 21 is on the protection of the right to life and personal liberty.
    • Foreign citizens are not protected under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution.
    • The right to life mentioned in Article 21 is considered significant as it is essential for the enjoyment of all other rights.
    • Any law that deprives a person of their life or personal liberty must be reasonable, just, and fair.

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    Explore the fundamental right protected under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. Understand its significance as the heart of the Indian Constitution and its role in safeguarding fundamental rights.

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