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What is one of the Fundamental Rights guaranteed by the Indian Constitution?
The Right to Equality is only guaranteed to citizens of India.
True
What is the function of a Constitution in a democracy?
to ensure that a dominant group does not use its power against other, less powerful people or groups
The Indian Constitution guarantees the right to equality to all persons and says that no citizen can be discriminated against on grounds of ______________________.
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What happens when a dominant group is allowed to use its power against others?
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The teacher's decision to settle the problem with a show of hands is a fair way to resolve the conflict.
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What is the problem with the decision-making process in the classroom story?
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In a democracy, a Constitution plays an important role in ensuring that ______________________ does not use its power against other, less powerful people or groups.
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Match the following rights guaranteed by the Indian Constitution:
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Study Notes
Rights Guaranteed by the Constitution
- The Constitution guarantees the rights of individuals against the State and other individuals, ensuring access to public places, employment, and freedom from discrimination.
- The practice of untouchability has been abolished.
Right to Freedom
- Includes the right to freedom of speech and expression, forming associations, moving freely and residing in any part of the country, and practicing any profession, occupation, or business.
Right against Exploitation
- Prohibits human trafficking, forced labor, and employment of children under 14 years of age.
Right to Freedom of Religion
- Provides religious freedom to all citizens, allowing them to practice, profess, and propagate the religion of their choice.
Cultural and Educational Rights
- Allows minorities, religious or linguistic, to set up their own educational institutions to preserve and develop their culture.
Right to Constitutional Remedies
- Enables citizens to move the court if they believe any of their Fundamental Rights have been violated by the State.
Secularism
- A secular state is one where the state does not officially promote any one religion as the state religion.
Importance of the Constitution
- Plays a crucial role in laying out the ideals that citizens should adhere to, including the representatives elected to rule.
- A change in the Constitution can affect the fundamental nature of the country.
Right to Equality
- Guarantees the right to equality to all persons, preventing discrimination based on religion, race, caste, gender, and place of birth.
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This quiz covers the fundamental rights guaranteed by the Indian Constitution, including access to public places, non-discrimination in employment, and protection of minority communities.
