Civil Services Prep

Prelims 2015 · Polity and Constitution · Question 83

"To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India" is a provision made in the

  1. Preamble of the Constitution
  2. Directive Principles of State Policy
  3. Fundamental Rights
  4. Fundamental Duties

Answer

Fundamental Duties

  • (a) Preamble of the Constitution: The Preamble speaks of the unity and integrity of the Nation, but the exact duty "to uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India" is not placed here. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (b) Directive Principles of State Policy: DPSPs are guidelines to the State on governance and welfare; this phrase is not a DPSP provision. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (c) Fundamental Rights: Fundamental Rights protect individual liberties; this wording does not occur as a Fundamental Right. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (d) Fundamental Duties: Article 51A(c) says it is the duty of every citizen to uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India. Verdict: Correct.
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