Indian Politics - Study Mode

[#201] The "Freedom of Press" is mentioned in which of the following rights?
Correct Answer

(B) Right to expression

Explanation

Solution: There is no direct mention of Freedom of Press in the constitution rather it is a right inferred from right to freedom of speech and expression provided under Article-19(1)(a).

[#202] How many fundamental rights were there in the beginning?
Correct Answer

(B) Seven

Explanation

Solution: There were seven sets of fundamental rights in original constitution. These are right to equality, right to freedom, right against exploitation, right to religion, cultural and educational rights of minorities, right to constitutional remedies and right to property. 44th Amendment Act repealed right to property. So currently there are only six sets of fundamental rights.

[#203] What Constitutional provision enables the Central Government to provide reservations in jobs and educational institutions for the weaker sections of the society?
Correct Answer

(B) Article-16

Explanation

Solution: Though Article-16 prohibits discrimination in public employment on the basis of religion race caste sex place of birth descent and residence or any of them, It allows state to make provisions for reservation for weaker sections of society, if in opinion of state they are not adequately represented.

[#204] Which one of the followingis an item included in the list of Fundamental Duties of an Indian citizen in the Constitution?
Correct Answer

(B) To develop scientific temper humanism and the spirit of enquiry and reform

Explanation

Solution: To develop scientific temper, humanism and spirit of enquiry is a fundamental duty under constitution along with duty to promote brotherhood and establish dignity of women to preserve rich cultural heritage to protect environment, to safe guard public property and to strive for excellence.

[#205] Which of the following does not come under Fundamental Duty?
Correct Answer

(D) To protect freedom of speech and Expression

Explanation

Solution: To protect freedom od speech and expression is encompassed in the list of Fundamental Rights. Fundamental Duties are 11 in number and has been incorporated in the constitution on recommendation of Sardar Swam Singh Committee through 42nd Amendment of Constitution.