Question

Part III of the Constitution of India stated about which of the following?

• A. Directive Principles of States Policy
• B. Fundamental Duties
• C. Citizenship
• D. Fundamental Rights

Answer 1

Answer:

D. Fundamental Rights

Part III of the Constitution of India

Deals with Fundamental Rights

• Part III of the Indian Constitution, often referred to as the 'Magna Carta' of India, enumerates the Fundamental Rights granted to its citizens.
• These rights are essential for the development of an individual's personality and are considered inviolable.
• They are justiciable, meaning that individuals can approach the courts (Supreme Court or High Courts) for their enforcement if they are violated.
• The Fundamental Rights enshrined in Part III are:
  1. Right to Equality (Articles 14-18)
  2. Right to Freedom (Articles 19-22)
  3. Right against Exploitation (Articles 23-24)
  4. Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25-28)
  5. Cultural and Educational Rights (Articles 29-30)
  6. Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32)
• The original Constitution (1950) also included the Right to Property (Article 31) as a Fundamental Right. However, it was removed by the 44th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1978, and made a legal right under Article 300-A in Part XII of the Constitution.
• The concept of Fundamental Rights in India was inspired by the Bill of Rights in the United States Constitution.