Practice MCQ Questions and answers on Indian Politics-GK

There are certain fundamental rights which are available to Indian citizens only and not to Foreigners or Aliens. These are rights provided under articles 15, 16, 19, 29 and 30.

There are eleven fundamental duties under the constitution. These include- *to abide by and respect Constitution National Flag and National Anthem, *to cherish and follow noble ideas of freedom struggle, *to uphold and protect sovereignity unity and integrity of India, *to defend country and render national service.

There is no direct mention of Freedom of Press in the constitution rather it is a right inferred from right to freedom of speech and expression provided under Article-19(1)(a).

There were seven sets of fundamental rights in original constitution. These are right to equality, right to freedom, right against exploitation, right to religion, cultural and educational rights of minorities, right to constitutional remedies and right to property. 44th Amendment Act repealed right to property. So currently there are only six sets of fundamental rights.

Though Article-16 prohibits discrimination in public employment on the basis of religion race caste sex place of birth descent and residence or any of them, It allows state to make provisions for reservation for weaker sections of society, if in opinion of state they are not adequately represented.

To develop scientific temper, humanism and spirit of enquiry is a fundamental duty under constitution along with duty to promote brotherhood and establish dignity of women to preserve rich cultural heritage to protect environment, to safe guard public property and to strive for excellence.

To protect freedom od speech and expression is encompassed in the list of Fundamental Rights. Fundamental Duties are 11 in number and has been incorporated in the constitution on recommendation of Sardar Swam Singh Committee through 42nd Amendment of Constitution.

We have to follow our duties within the limits of our Constitutional and Legal rights so it can be said that rights direct duties.

Writ is an order issued by Supreme Court or High Courts to enforce rights. It is a concept originated under Roman law but developed under British. Both Supreme Court and High Court can issue 5 types of writs. These are Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari and Quo Warranto.

Writ is an order issued by Supreme Court or High Courts to enforce rights. It is a concept originated under Roman law but developed under British. Both Supreme Court and High Court can issue 5 types of writs. These are Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari and Quo Warranto.