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Which of the following is NOT one of the six fundamental rights in the Indian Constitution?
Which of the following is NOT one of the six fundamental rights in the Indian Constitution?
What does the 'Right to Equality' guarantee?
What does the 'Right to Equality' guarantee?
Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the 'Right to Equality'?
Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the 'Right to Equality'?
What was the significance of the 44th Amendment to the Indian Constitution?
What was the significance of the 44th Amendment to the Indian Constitution?
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Which of the following is NOT a fundamental right in the Indian Constitution?
Which of the following is NOT a fundamental right in the Indian Constitution?
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What is the role of the judiciary concerning fundamental rights?
What is the role of the judiciary concerning fundamental rights?
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Which of the following is an exception to the prohibition of discrimination under Article 15?
Which of the following is an exception to the prohibition of discrimination under Article 15?
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According to Article 16, which of the following is NOT a valid ground for discrimination in government employment?
According to Article 16, which of the following is NOT a valid ground for discrimination in government employment?
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What does Article 17 prohibit?
What does Article 17 prohibit?
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Which of the following titles is NOT allowed to be conferred by the state, according to Article 18?
Which of the following titles is NOT allowed to be conferred by the state, according to Article 18?
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Which of the following freedoms is NOT included in Article 19?
Which of the following freedoms is NOT included in Article 19?
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Which of the following statements is NOT true?
Which of the following statements is NOT true?
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Study Notes
Fundamental Rights
- Fundamental Rights are guaranteed by the Indian Constitution and are essential for the development of individual personalities.
- There are six fundamental rights granted to citizens of India.
Right to Equality
- Articles 14-18 of the Constitution deal with the Right to Equality.
- Five rights are included:
- Equality before the Law (Article 14): laws must be applied without discrimination.
- Exception: does not mean absolute equality, but rather equality among people similarly situated.
- Prohibition of Discrimination (Article 15): no discrimination on grounds of religion, sex, caste, etc.
- Exception: state can make special provisions for weaker sections of society.
- Equality of Opportunity (Article 16): merits and qualifications are considered for government jobs.
- Exception: state can make provision for reservation of appointments or posts for backward classes.
- Abolition of Untouchability (Article 17): practice of untouchability in any form is prohibited.
- Abolition of Titles (Article 18): except military or academic titles, no citizen will be given a title by the state.
Right to Freedom
- Articles 19-22 of the Constitution deal with the Right to Freedom.
- Originally, there were seven freedoms, but now there are six:
- Freedom of speech and expression
- Freedom to assemble peacefully without arms
- Freedom to form associations and unions
- Freedom to move freely throughout India
- Freedom to settle and reside in any part of India
Other Fundamental Rights
- Right against Exploitation
- Right to Freedom of Religion
- Cultural and Educational Rights
- Right to Constitutional Remedies
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Explore the Fundamental Rights guaranteed by the Indian Constitution and the role of Judiciary in safeguarding them. Learn about the six fundamental rights provided to the citizens of India.
