Fundamental Rights — Flashcards

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Fundamental Rights are basic human freedoms guaranteed by the Indian Constitution to all citizens. They protect individual liberty and ensure equality, justice, and dignity. These rights are enforceab…

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There are six Fundamental Rights currently in the Indian Constitution. Originally there were seven, but the Right to Property was removed from the list by the 44th Constitutional Amendment Act, 1978, …

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Article 14 guarantees the Right to Equality. It ensures that all persons are equally protected by the laws of the country and are subject to the same laws without discrimination based on religion, rac…

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Article 15 prohibits the state from discriminating against any citizen on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. It also allows the state to make special provisions for women, child…

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Article 16 guarantees equal opportunities in public employment. It prohibits discrimination in jobs or appointments based on religion, race, caste, sex, descent, or place of birth. It also allows rese…

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Article 17 abolishes untouchability and makes its practice in any form a punishable offense. The Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955 was enacted to enforce this provision and penalize those who pract…

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Article 18 prohibits the state from giving titles to citizens, except military or academic distinctions. It aims to prevent the creation of a privileged class and maintain equality among citizens. Awa…

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Article 19 guarantees six freedoms: (1) Freedom of speech and expression, (2) Freedom to assemble peacefully without arms, (3) Freedom to form associations or unions, (4) Freedom to move freely throug…