Q. At present, how many fundamental duties are in the constitution of India?

[A] 6

[B] 11

[C] 10

[D] 12

Answer: B
Notes:

Explanation: The 11 Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens, under Article 51A Part IV A are:

  • To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem.
  • To cherish and follow the noble ideals that inspired our national freedom struggle.
  • To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India.
  • To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so.
  • To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood among all the people of India, transcending religious, linguistic, and regional sectional diversities; to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women.
  • To value and preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture.
  • To protect and improve the natural environment, including forests, lakes, rivers, wildlife and to have compassion for living creatures.
  • To develop a scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform.
  • To safeguard public property and to abjure violence.
  • To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavor and achievement.
  • The 86th amendment to the constitution of India in 2002, provided the Right to Education as a fundamental right in part-III of the Constitution. The same amendment inserted Article 21A which made the Right to Education a fundamental right for children between 6-14 years.

Source: Indian Polity by Laxmikanth

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