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What does the principle of 'equality' in the context of the text mean?
What does the principle of 'equality' in the context of the text mean?
According to the passage, what is the justification for job reservations?
According to the passage, what is the justification for job reservations?
What is the key difference between 'equality' and 'special treatment' as explained in the text?
What is the key difference between 'equality' and 'special treatment' as explained in the text?
Why does the text mention the example of ramps in public buildings?
Why does the text mention the example of ramps in public buildings?
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How does the Constitution address the practice of untouchability?
How does the Constitution address the practice of untouchability?
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What is the relationship between the example of the race and the principle of equality?
What is the relationship between the example of the race and the principle of equality?
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What does the author mean when they say, "Your freedoms should not cause public nuisance or disorder"?
What does the author mean when they say, "Your freedoms should not cause public nuisance or disorder"?
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What does the passage suggest about the application of the principle of equality in real life?
What does the passage suggest about the application of the principle of equality in real life?
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What specific age does the Constitution prohibit children from working in hazardous jobs?
What specific age does the Constitution prohibit children from working in hazardous jobs?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the evils specified by the Constitution?
Which of the following is NOT one of the evils specified by the Constitution?
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What is the primary purpose of the laws established based on the Constitution's prohibitions?
What is the primary purpose of the laws established based on the Constitution's prohibitions?
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In which state did the petition regarding child labour in iron ore mines take place?
In which state did the petition regarding child labour in iron ore mines take place?
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What demographic does the annual survey report mention as being increasingly involved in child labour?
What demographic does the annual survey report mention as being increasingly involved in child labour?
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Which type of work is specifically mentioned as hazardous and prohibited for children?
Which type of work is specifically mentioned as hazardous and prohibited for children?
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What is the primary industry mentioned where child labour is reportedly growing?
What is the primary industry mentioned where child labour is reportedly growing?
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What does 'begar' refer to in the context of the Constitution's prohibitions?
What does 'begar' refer to in the context of the Constitution's prohibitions?
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Which right has been established as compulsory for Indian children up to the age of 14?
Which right has been established as compulsory for Indian children up to the age of 14?
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What does the Constitution of South Africa guarantee regarding personal privacy?
What does the Constitution of South Africa guarantee regarding personal privacy?
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Which of the following is included in the evolving scope of new rights?
Which of the following is included in the evolving scope of new rights?
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What has the Supreme Court recently expanded in relation to the right to life?
What has the Supreme Court recently expanded in relation to the right to life?
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What is considered a new right that many people believe should be made fundamental in India?
What is considered a new right that many people believe should be made fundamental in India?
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Which right relates to protection from denied emergency medical treatment?
Which right relates to protection from denied emergency medical treatment?
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What type of right is the right to a non-harmful environment classified as?
What type of right is the right to a non-harmful environment classified as?
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What contributes to the expansion of rights in society according to the information provided?
What contributes to the expansion of rights in society according to the information provided?
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What does the right to education include according to the international covenant?
What does the right to education include according to the international covenant?
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Which of the following rights addresses the need for medical care during illness?
Which of the following rights addresses the need for medical care during illness?
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What is a claim in the context of human rights?
What is a claim in the context of human rights?
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What does the term 'Covenant' entail in the context of human rights?
What does the term 'Covenant' entail in the context of human rights?
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Who are referred to as Dalits?
Who are referred to as Dalits?
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What characterizes an ethnic group?
What characterizes an ethnic group?
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What is meant by 'Traffic' in the context of human rights?
What is meant by 'Traffic' in the context of human rights?
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What is the role of Amnesty International according to the provided content?
What is the role of Amnesty International according to the provided content?
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What is a key argument for the importance of Fundamental Rights in the context provided?
What is a key argument for the importance of Fundamental Rights in the context provided?
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What is the main implication of the Allahabad High Court's ruling in 2006, as described in the text?
What is the main implication of the Allahabad High Court's ruling in 2006, as described in the text?
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How can we interpret the Sikh community's stance expressed in the text?
How can we interpret the Sikh community's stance expressed in the text?
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Which statement accurately reflects the key message conveyed by the text regarding the relationship between fundamental rights and government authority?
Which statement accurately reflects the key message conveyed by the text regarding the relationship between fundamental rights and government authority?
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What is the significance of the Right to Constitutional Remedies mentioned in the text?
What is the significance of the Right to Constitutional Remedies mentioned in the text?
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What is Public Interest Litigation (PIL)?
What is Public Interest Litigation (PIL)?
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Which of the following is considered a constitutional right but not a Fundamental Right?
Which of the following is considered a constitutional right but not a Fundamental Right?
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How does the text illustrate the potential for conflict between minority rights and government policy?
How does the text illustrate the potential for conflict between minority rights and government policy?
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What is the main purpose of the 'Right to Constitutional Remedies'?
What is the main purpose of the 'Right to Constitutional Remedies'?
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Which of these statements is true regarding the expansion of rights?
Which of these statements is true regarding the expansion of rights?
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How can we understand the statement "Fundamental Rights are guarantees" in the context of the provided text?
How can we understand the statement "Fundamental Rights are guarantees" in the context of the provided text?
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What type of rights are universal moral claims that may not always be recognized by law?
What type of rights are universal moral claims that may not always be recognized by law?
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How has the scope of rights changed over the years?
How has the scope of rights changed over the years?
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Which right is explicitly recognized as being available to minors?
Which right is explicitly recognized as being available to minors?
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What role do courts play in the context of rights?
What role do courts play in the context of rights?
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Which of these rights is generally not regarded as a Fundamental Right?
Which of these rights is generally not regarded as a Fundamental Right?
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What signifies the significance of rights in a democratic society?
What signifies the significance of rights in a democratic society?
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Flashcards
Equality
Equality
Giving everyone the same opportunity to succeed, regardless of background.
Affirmative Action
Affirmative Action
Special treatment given to someone to ensure equal opportunity.
Untouchability
Untouchability
The practice of discriminating against someone because of their birth.
Right to Equality
Right to Equality
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Non-discrimination
Non-discrimination
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Public Nuisance
Public Nuisance
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Freedom of Speech
Freedom of Speech
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Freedom of Assembly
Freedom of Assembly
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Traffic in Human Beings
Traffic in Human Beings
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Forced Labour (Begar)
Forced Labour (Begar)
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Child Labour
Child Labour
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Constitution
Constitution
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Petition
Petition
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Laws based on the Constitution
Laws based on the Constitution
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Right Against Exploitation
Right Against Exploitation
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Survey
Survey
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Right to Constitutional Remedies
Right to Constitutional Remedies
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Fundamental Rights
Fundamental Rights
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Judicial Review
Judicial Review
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Violation of Fundamental Rights
Violation of Fundamental Rights
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Authorities
Authorities
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Expanding Rights
Expanding Rights
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Right to Information
Right to Information
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Right to Privacy
Right to Privacy
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Right to a Healthy Environment
Right to a Healthy Environment
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Right to Housing
Right to Housing
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Right to Healthcare
Right to Healthcare
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Right to Work and Livelihood
Right to Work and Livelihood
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Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
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State Human Rights Commission
State Human Rights Commission
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Expansion of Rights
Expansion of Rights
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Human Rights
Human Rights
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Constitutional Right
Constitutional Right
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International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights
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Covenant
Covenant
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Dalit
Dalit
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Ethnic Group
Ethnic Group
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Writ
Writ
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Claim
Claim
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Summon
Summon
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Study Notes
Democratic Rights Overview
- Democratic governments require periodic free and fair elections, institutions following rules, and the enjoyment of rights.
- Elected rulers must operate within the limits of citizens' democratic rights.
- The chapter examines the meaning and importance of rights, using real-life examples.
- It then focuses on India's fundamental rights, their application, enforcement, and expansion.
Life Without Rights
- The lack of rights is exemplified by the Guantanamo Bay prison.
- US forces detained individuals without informing their countries and without trial.
- Prisoners were subjected to mistreatment and abuse, violating international human rights laws.
Ethnic Massacre in Kosovo
- The case of Kosovo highlights how elected rulers can marginalize ethnic minorities.
- The Serbian government under Milosevic aimed to dominate Kosovo, leading to violence and displacement for Albanians.
- This demonstrates the importance of protecting minority rights in democratic societies.
Rights in a Democracy
- Rights are necessary for the functioning of a democracy.
- They allow citizens to vote, form political parties, and express their views.
- Rights protect minorities from majority oppression.
- The government is accountable for safeguarding rights; governments can violate rights.
Rights in the Indian Constitution
- India's Constitution guarantees fundamental rights to its citizens.
- The right to equality ensures equal treatment before law.
- Citizens cannot be discriminated against based on religion, race, caste, or sex.
- Cultural and educational rights protect minorities' distinct linguistic and cultural heritage.
- Right to freedom of religion safeguards the right to practice and profess one's religion without coercion.
- Right to freedom of speech and expression allows for communication, political participation, and criticism of the government.
- Citizens have the right to assemble peacefully, associate, and form unions.
- Right to freedom of movement, residence, and profession
- Citizens have the right to freedom from exploitation like bonded labor, child labor and traffic in human beings.
- Right to constitutional remedies allows citizens to approach courts to enforce these rights.
Expanding Scope of Rights
- The scope of fundamental rights continually evolves and extends past fundamental rights.
- Increased human rights standards globally and through international law have expanded.
- Courts play a role in expanding rights to include areas like right to privacy, right to information, right to education, and right to food.
- Evolving societal needs and understandings shape how rights are exercised.
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This quiz explores the fundamental aspects of democratic rights and their significance in governance. It includes real-life examples such as Guantanamo Bay and the ethnic massacre in Kosovo, illustrating the dire consequences of rights violations. Additionally, it highlights India's fundamental rights and their enforcement.