Practice MCQ Questions and answers on Indian Politics-GK

Right to contest election is a political right whereas right to freedom, right to life and right to equality before law are fundamental rights.

Right to education act which was passed in 2009 to implement right to education came into force on 1st April,2010.

Right to education is a fundamental right under Article-21(A) of constitution. This article was added into constitution by 86th amendment act of 2002 which provides for free and compulsory education to the children between the ago of 6 to 14 years.

Right to education is a fundamental right under Article-21(A) of constitution. This article was added into constitution by 86th amendment act of 2002 which provides for free and compulsory education to the children between the ago of 6 to 14 years.

Right to Equality emphasize that all persons are equal before law irrespective of their economic or social status. However, this right is not absolute and are subject to some restrictions. President Governors Diplomats cannot be prosecuted during the time of hold in office.

Right to equality ensures everyone equal access to shops, bathing ghats, hotels etc, irrespective to caste, religion, creed, sex etc. The article ensures social and economic equality.

Right to equality under Article-17 of the constitution prohibited untouchability. However constitution itself does not prescribe any punishment but Parliament has the freedom to legislate to make provision more stringent.

Right to Information Act was enacted 15th June 2005 and came into force on 12th October 2005. It aims at providing access to citizens of information under government control thereby promoting transparency and accountability. This act extends to whole of India except Jammu and Kashmir.

Let's break down this question about fundamental rights in the Indian Constitution!
Fundamental Rights are a set of basic rights guaranteed to all citizens of India.
Let's look at each option:
Option A: Right to Education - This *is* a fundamental right.
It ensures that all children have access to free and compulsory education.
Option B: Right to Information - This is the correct answer!
The Right to Information (RTI) is an important right, but it's *not* directly listed as a fundamental right in the Constitution.
It's considered a statutory right, meaning it was created by a law (the RTI Act).
Option C: Right to Expression - This *is* a fundamental right.
It includes the freedom of speech and expression.
Option D: Right to Life - This *is* a fundamental right.
It's one of the most important rights, guaranteeing protection of life and personal liberty.
So, the only option that is *not* a fundamental right is the Right to Information.

Right to privacy is not enumerated directly as a Fundamental right in constitution of India. Rather it is an inferred right from Article-21 which talks about right to life and personal liberty. Right to privacy means right to be let alone or right to be free from any unwarranted publicity which is part of right to life and liberty.