Q. With reference to the ideals of Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity in the Preamble, consider the following statements:
1.The Preamble secures to all citizens ‘Liberty of thought, expression, belief, faith, and worship’ which are enforceable in a court of law through Fundamental Rights.
2.‘Equality’ in the Preamble embraces three dimensions: civic, political, and economic.
3.‘Fraternity’ in the Preamble was intended to ensure both the dignity of the individual and the unity and integrity of the nation.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Answer: D
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Correct. These liberties are the basis of the Fundamental Rights (Articles 19, 25-28).
- Statement 2: Correct. Civic (Art 14-18), Political (Art 325-326), and Economic (Art 39 – DPSP).
- Statement 3: Correct. The word ‘Integrity’ was added to the fraternity clause by the 42nd Amendment to emphasize that the nation is indivisible.
