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Fundamental Rights | UPSC Fundamental Right | Polity | Fundamental Right in Indian constitution

Fundamental Rights Article 12 to 35 deals with fundamental rights. In Indian constitution , there are six fundamental rights. Right to Equality Right to Freedom Right against Exploitation Right to Freedom of Religion Cultural and Educational Rights Right to Constitutional Remedies Right to Equality The Right to Equality is enshrined in Part III (Article 14-18) of the Indian Constitution. It forms the bedrock of democracy and uploads human dignity in India. The Right to Equality ensures that all citizens are treated equally before the law and are not subjected to discrimination based on various grounds. These grounds include religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth, or any other criteria Articles Related to Right to Equality Article 14: This article mandates that the State shall not deny any person equality before the law or the equal protection of the laws within the territory of India. Discrimination based on religion, race, caste, sex...

Elections and Constitutional amendments | UPSC Polity PYQ | UPSC previous year question

Calculus The state which has the largest number of seats reserved for the Scheduled Tribes in Lok Sabha is answer using the codes given below. looks_one Bihar looks_two Jharkhand looks_3 Uttar Pradesh looks_4 Madhya pradesh Answer option looks_4 Madhya pradesh Solution Solution : There are total 47 seats reserved for ST , in which 6 seats are reserved from MP.(Maxiumum) Question no. 2 Consider the following statements about the recent amendments to the Election Law by the Representation of the People (Amendment) Act, 1996: 1. Any conviction for the offence of insulting the Indian national flag or the Constitution of India shall entail disqualification for contesting elections to Parliament and State legislatures for six years from the date of conviction. 2. There is an increase in the security deposit which a candidate has to make to contest the election to the Lok Sabha. 3. A candidate cannot now st...

Fundamental Rights | UPSC Prelim PYQ | UPSC Fundamental Rights PYQ

Fundamental Rights Question no. 1 In the Indian Constitution, the Right to Equality is granted by five Articles. They are looks_one Article 16 to 20 looks_two Article 15 to 19 looks_3 Article 14 to 18 looks_4 Article 13 to article 17 Answer looks_3 Article 14 to 18 Solution Solution : Article 14 : The State shall not deny to any person equality before the law or the equal protection of the laws within the territory of India, on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. Article 15:The State shall not discriminate against any citizen on grounds only of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth or any of them. Article 16 : There shall be equality of opportunity for all citizens in matters relating to employment or appointment to any office under the State. Article 17 : Abolition of untouchability Article 18 : Abolition of all titles except military and academic Question no. 2 Which Article of the ...

Directive Principles of State Policy | Upsc prelim | UPSC PYQ | UPSC POLITY

Directive Principle of State Policy Question no. 1 The ideal of ‘Welfare State’ in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in its looks_one Preamble looks_two Directive principles of state policy looks_3 Fundamentals rights looks_4 Seventh schedule Answer looks_two Directive principles of state policy Solution Solution : The ideal of the welfare state in the indian constitution is enshrined in its directive principles of state policy. Question no. 2 According to the Constitution of India, which of the following are fundamental for the governance of the country? looks_one fundamentals rights and fundamentals duties looks_two fundamentals duties looks_3 fundamentals rights looks_4 directive principles of state policy Answer option looks_4 directive principles of state policy solution Solution : For the governance of the country , states requires the directive principles for implementing the p...

Preamble | Preamble in Indian constitution | UPSC | UPSC Polity

Preamble The Preamble of the Indian Constitution is a significant element, especially for UPSC aspirants, as it encapsulates the essence and philosophy of the Constitution. Here's a comprehensive overview: Source of the Constitution: "We, the people of India" signifies that the Constitution derives its authority from the citizens of India, establishing the principle of popular sovereignty. Nature of Indian State: The Preamble declares India to be a Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, and Democratic Republic. This reflects India's status as an independent entity, its commitment to social and economic equality, respect for all religions, and a government elected by its people. Objectives of the Indian State: The Preamble outlines the objectives of Justice, Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity to ensure a harmonious and equitable society. Date of Adoption: The Constitution was adopted on November 26, 1949, a date that is now celebrated as Constitutio...

Geography | Upsc PYQ | UPSC Previous Year Question | UPSC Prelims PYQ

Geography Question No. 1 On 21st June, the Sun looks_one does not set below the horizon at the arctic circle looks_two does not set below the horizon at antractic circle looks_3 Shines vertically overhead at noon on the equator looks_4 Shines vertically overhead at the tropic of capricorn Answer looks_one does not set below the horizon at the arctic circle Solution Solution : The features of 21st of June : 1. summer solstice 2. longest day as compared to other days of years 3. sun never set on arctic circle 4. Sun shines directly on tropic of cancer. Question no. 2 What is the difference between asteroids and comets? 1) Asteroids are small rocky planetoids, while comets are formed of frozen gases held together by rocky and metallic material 2) Asteroids are found mostly between the orbits of Jupiter and Mars, while comets are found mostly between Venus and Mercury 3) Comets show a perceptible glowing tail, while asteroid...