Q. With reference to the fundamental rights of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements:
1.Article 32 is referred to as the ‘heart and soul’ of the Constitution.
2.Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression is available to both Indian citizens and foreigners.
3.Right to shelter is a fundamental right recognized through judicial interpretation.
How many of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar referred to Article 32, which provides the right to constitutional remedies, as the “heart and soul” of the Constitution. The Right to Shelter has been recognized as a part of the Right to Life under Article 21 of the Constitution through judicial interpretation.
Statement 2 is incorrect. The Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression under Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution is available only to Indian citizens, not to foreigners.
Source: The Hindu
