10 Questions
What is the primary right granted to citizens under Article 19(1)(a)?
Freedom of speech and expression
What is the purpose of Article 19(2) to 19(6)?
To impose reasonable restrictions on certain rights
Which of the following is NOT a reason to impose restrictions on freedom of speech and expression?
Promoting economic development
What is the right granted to citizens under Article 19(1)(e)?
Freedom to reside and settle in any part of the territory of India
Which of the following is an example of a freedom granted under Article 19(1)(g)?
Freedom to practice any profession, or to carry on any occupation, trade, or business
What is the primary reason for imposing restrictions on the freedom to assemble peacefully and without arms?
To maintain public order and sovereignty of India
Which of the following freedoms can be restricted in the interests of morality?
Freedom to form associations or unions
What is the purpose of imposing reasonable restrictions on the freedom to move freely and reside in any part of India?
To protect the interests of the general public
What is the requirement for practicing a profession, as per Article 19(6)?
Professional or technical qualifications
Which of the following is NOT a reason for imposing restrictions on the freedom to form associations or unions?
Protection of the general public
Study Notes
Fundamental Freedoms under Article 19
- Every citizen has the right to express themselves freely through words, writing, printing, pictures, or any other medium.
- Citizens have the right to assemble peacefully and hold meetings without carrying arms.
- Individuals can form groups, associations, or unions, including political parties, trade unions, and societies.
- Citizens have the right to travel and reside in any part of the country.
- Citizens have the right to choose their place of residence and settle anywhere within the country.
- Every citizen can choose their profession, occupation, trade, or business, subject to reasonable restrictions.
Reasonable Restrictions under Article 19
- Reasonable restrictions can be imposed on freedoms to maintain public order, morality, and the sovereignty and integrity of India.
- Restrictions can be imposed on freedom of speech and expression in the interests of sovereignty and integrity of India, security of the State, friendly relations with foreign states, public order, decency or morality, or in relation to contempt of court, defamation, or incitement to an offense.
- Restrictions can be imposed on freedom to assemble peacefully in the interests of public order and the sovereignty and integrity of India.
- Restrictions can be imposed on freedom to form associations or unions in the interests of public order, morality, and the sovereignty and integrity of India.
- Restrictions can be imposed on freedom to move freely and reside and settle in any part of India in the interests of the general public or for the protection of the interests of any Scheduled Tribe.
- Reasonable restrictions can be imposed on freedom to practice any profession, or to carry on any occupation, trade, or business in the interests of the general public, including the requirement for professional or technical qualifications.
Quiz on Article 19 of the Indian Constitution, covering restrictions on freedom to assemble, form associations, and move freely.
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