Public Facilities and Government Roles

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Which of the following is NOT included in the rights affirmed by Article 21 of the Indian Constitution?

  • Right to private healthcare (correct)
  • Right to free legal aid
  • Right to a decent environment
  • Right to shelter

What is a major challenge faced by water supply departments in urban areas?

  • Excessive government funding
  • Lack of public demand for water
  • Difficulty in meeting public demand (correct)
  • Increased accessibility for impoverished communities

In the context of privatization of water supply, what is a potential drawback?

  • Greater inequality in water access (correct)
  • Increased efficiency in management
  • Enhanced quality of water supply
  • Lower costs for consumers

According to the Supreme Court, what is the relationship between water and the Right to Life?

<p>Water access is essential for a healthy environment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is primarily responsible for providing safe drinking water in rural and urban areas?

<p>Local municipalities and government agencies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the responsibilities of the government in a democratic country?

<p>To ensure everyone has access to essential public facilities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Right to free education extends to all ages beyond 14 years according to Article 21.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is considered a fundamental human right under Article 21?

<p>Clean water</p> Signup and view all the answers

Governments are responsible for providing public facilities such as _______ and _______.

<p>health, education</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following rights with their descriptions as affirmed by Article 21:

<p>Right to free legal aid = Assistance in legal matters for those who cannot afford it Right to a decent environment = Access to clean air and water Right to timely medical treatment = Receiving prompt medical care when needed Right to livelihood = Ability to earn a living and support oneself</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Public Facilities

General services and institutions used by the public, like transportation, schools, and hospitals.

Government's Role in Public Facilities

Providing essential public facilities, such as water, sanitation, and education, funded through taxes.

Right to Clean Water

A fundamental human right under Article 21, ensuring access to safe drinking water for everyone.

Water Supply Challenges

Difficulties in meeting public demand for clean water, especially in impoverished areas, causing unequal access.

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Privatization and Water Access

Privatization of water supply can increase costs, potentially limiting access, resulting in inequality.

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Who provides public facilities?

In democracies like India, elected representatives form the government, responsible for providing essential public facilities, funded by taxes.

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Article 21: Protection of Life

India's Constitution, through Article 21, guarantees essential rights, including a decent environment, livelihood, shelter, education, and healthcare.

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Narmada Case

The Supreme Court emphasized that water is a part of the Right to Life, and a healthy environment is also crucial for this right.

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Water Access Inequality

While governments aim to provide water, challenges exist, particularly for impoverished areas, leading to unequal access. Privatization can worsen this.

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Study Notes

Public Facilities and the Role of Government

  • Public facilities are services, institutions, and resources available to the general public.
  • Examples include trains, buses, roads, power, and water supply.
  • Governments are responsible for ensuring access to these facilities.
  • Representatives in Parliament and State legislatures are elected by the people and thus are responsible for providing certain general facilities to the population.
  • The government generates revenue through taxes to fund these services.
  • Governments provide water, sanitation, healthcare, education, and transportation facilities.

Right to Water Supply

  • The Right to clean water is a fundamental human right in India, guaranteed under Article 21 of the Indian Constitution.
  • State governments are responsible for managing safe drinking water in rural and urban areas.
  • Municipal authorities manage water supply in urban areas.
  • Often, municipal water supply departments cannot meet the demands of the people.
  • Some people have access to water from private companies or by digging bore wells but price can be prohibitive.
  • Those in slums often lack access to sufficient water.
  • Privatization of water resources could increase efficiency but also increase inequality as the cost would become prohibitive to the poor.

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