Q61. Article 51A(j) of the Constitution of India exhorts citizens to strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of:
DPSP and Fundamental Duties: RAS Prelims MCQs
99 RAS Prelims MCQs on the Directive Principles of State Policy and the Fundamental Duties cover the nature of the Directives, individual Articles, the amendments that added to them and the duties in Part IVA. Questions ask for the Article number, the subject and the amendment, and the explanations show how Directives differ from Fundamental Rights.
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Q62. Given below are two statements, one labelled as
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Fundamental Duties are non-justiciable in nature.
Reason (R): The Constitution does not provide for their direct enforcement by the courts, nor is there any constitutional penalty for their violation. In the context of the above statements, which one of the following is correct?
Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R):
Assertion (A): Fundamental Duties are non-justiciable in nature.
Reason (R): The Constitution does not provide for their direct enforcement by the courts, nor is there any constitutional penalty for their violation. In the context of the above statements, which one of the following is correct?
Explanation
Fundamental duties are non-justiciable because the Constitution does not provide a mechanism for their direct legal enforcement. There is no constitutional penalty for a citizen who fails to perform these duties, and courts cannot compel a person to follow them. They serve as moral and social guidelines, although Parliament can pass specific laws to enforce certain aspects of these duties legally.
Q63. The 11th Fundamental Duty was added to Article 51A of the Constitution of India by which Constitutional Amendment Act?
Explanation
The eighty-sixth constitutional amendment act of two thousand two added the eleventh fundamental duty to Article fifty-one-A. This amendment was primarily focused on education, making it a fundamental right for children. By adding this new duty, the government sought to involve parents and guardians in the national effort to ensure that every child has access to basic education and development opportunities.
Q64. The 11th Fundamental Duty, added to the Constitution of India in 2002, places an obligation on who among the following?
Explanation
The eleventh fundamental duty requires a parent or guardian to provide opportunities for education to his child or ward between the age of six and fourteen years. This duty complements the fundamental right to education, placing a shared responsibility on the family to ensure children attend school. It highlights the importance of parental involvement in achieving universal literacy and educational goals.
Q65. The inclusion of Fundamental Duties in the Constitution of India is primarily significant because they:
Explanation
The inclusion of fundamental duties serves as a constant reminder that in a democratic society, rights and duties are inseparable. While citizens enjoy fundamental rights, they must also be aware of their duties toward the nation and other individuals. This relationship helps maintain a balance between individual freedom and social responsibility, fostering a more disciplined and committed citizenry for national development.
Q66. Which of the following is a common criticism of the Fundamental Duties enumerated in the Constitution of India?
Explanation
A common criticism of the fundamental duties is that their language is often considered vague and ambiguous. Terms like "composite culture," "scientific temper," and "noble ideals" can be interpreted in many different ways, making it difficult for ordinary citizens to understand their exact practical implications. Critics argue that such broad phrasing reduces the effectiveness of these duties as clear behavioral guidelines.
Q67. Consider the following statements regarding the Verma Committee (1999):
I. It was appointed to operationalize the Fundamental Duties of citizens.
II. It identified the existence of legal provisions for the implementation of some Fundamental Duties.
III. It recommended the deletion of non-justiciable duties from the Constitution.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. It was appointed to operationalize the Fundamental Duties of citizens.
II. It identified the existence of legal provisions for the implementation of some Fundamental Duties.
III. It recommended the deletion of non-justiciable duties from the Constitution.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Verma Committee was appointed in nineteen ninety-nine to find ways to operationalize fundamental duties. It identified that several duties were already being implemented through existing legal provisions, such as laws against insulting national symbols. However, the committee did not recommend deleting the non-justiciable duties from the Constitution. Instead, it focused on how current laws could help realize these constitutional goals.
Q68. According to the Verma Committee observations, which of the following existing laws provides for the punishment of an offense related to insulting the National Flag and National Anthem?
Explanation
The Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act of nineteen seventy-one is a key piece of legislation that enforces respect for national symbols. It provides for the punishment of anyone who insults the Indian National Flag, the Constitution, or the National Anthem. This law serves to legally uphold the first fundamental duty, ensuring that these primary symbols of nationhood are respected.
Q69. Which of the following is the correct sequence of the terms as they appear in Article 51A(c) regarding the protection of India?
Explanation
Article fifty-one-A (c) uses the specific phrase "sovereignty, unity and integrity of India." This sequence mirrors the language used in the Preamble of the Constitution. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining the nation’s independence, its social and political cohesion, and its territorial wholeness. Citizens are expected to act in ways that protect these three fundamental pillars of the Indian state.
Q70. The Protection of Civil Rights Act (1955) implements the spirit of which fundamental concept found in the Fundamental Duties of the Constitution of India?
Explanation
The Protection of Civil Rights Act of nineteen fifty-five provides for punishments related to the practice of untouchability and other forms of social discrimination. This law directly supports the fundamental duty to promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood among all people. By penalizing discriminatory acts, it helps in achieving the constitutional goal of social equality and fraternal solidarity in society.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 61 | (c) Endeavour and achievement |
| 62 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 63 | (b) 86th Amendment Act, 2002 |
| 64 | (b) Duty of parents to educate children between 6 to 14 years of age |
| 65 | (a) Remind citizens that rights come with corresponding obligations |
| 66 | (c) Their wording is vague, ambiguous, and difficult to comprehend easily |
| 67 | (a) I and II only |
| 68 | (c) The Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971 |
| 69 | (b) Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity |
| 70 | (d) Promoting harmony and renouncing derogatory practices |
Key facts from DPSP and Fundamental Duties
- The Directive Principles are non-justiciable but fundamental in the governance of the country; they are in Part IV, and Fundamental Duties are in Part IVA.
- The Constitution does not classify the Directives, though they are grouped as socialist, Gandhian and liberal-intellectual.
- Article 38 asks the State to secure a social order based on social, economic and political justice.
- Article 39 deals with the equitable distribution of resources, and Article 39A, added by the 42nd Amendment, provides for equal justice and free legal aid.
- Article 41 covers the right to work, education and public assistance in unemployment, old age, sickness and disablement.
- Article 42 provides for just and humane conditions of work and maternity relief.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on DPSP and Fundamental Duties?
This page has 99 practice MCQs on DPSP and Fundamental Duties (Indian Polity and Governance). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Are the Directive Principles enforceable in court?
No. They are non-justiciable, which means a court cannot enforce them, but they are fundamental in the governance of the country. The State is expected to apply them in making laws and policies.
Which Amendment added Article 39A?
The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976. Article 39A directs the State to promote equal justice and to provide free legal aid so that opportunities for justice are not denied by economic or other disabilities.
In which Parts are the DPSP and the Fundamental Duties?
The Directive Principles are in Part IV (Articles 36 to 51) and the Fundamental Duties in Part IVA (Article 51A). The duties were added by the 42nd Amendment on the recommendation of the Swaran Singh Committee.