Consider the following pairs with reference to the Indian Constitution: Articles ----------------------------Specifications 1. Article 19(1)(a) ---------Freedom of Speech and Expression. 2. Article 19(1)(b) ---------Freedom to Reside and Settle in any Part of the Territory of India. 3. Article 19(1)(c) ----------- Freedom to Form Associations or Unions. Which of the above pairs are correctly matched? |ForumIAS

Q. Consider the following pairs with reference to the Indian Constitution:
Articles —————————-Specifications
1.Article 19(1)(a) ———Freedom of Speech and Expression.
2.Article 19(1)(b) ———Freedom to Reside and Settle in any Part of the Territory of India.
3.Article 19(1)(c) ———– Freedom to Form Associations or Unions.
Which of the above pairs are correctly matched?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation – 1 and 3 are correctly matched. Article 19 of the Constitution of India guarantees certain fundamental rights related to freedom of speech and expression. These rights are crucial for the functioning of a democratic society, ensuring that citizens can express their thoughts and opinions without fear of censorship or persecution. Article 19(1)(b) provides for freedom to Assemble Peacefully. “All citizens shall have the right to assemble peaceably and without arms.”

Note: Recently, Delhi HC held in a judgement that foreigners cannot claim the right to reside in India under Article 19(1)(e) of the Constitution of India.

Source: Forum IAS

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