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Q: Which of the following articles of the Constitution emphasizes on the fundamental duty “to maintain and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India”?
  • A. Article 51A (d)
  • B. Article 51A (c)
  • C. Article 51A (f)
  • D. Article 51A (e)
Correct Answer: Option B - The fundamental duties of citizens were added to the constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976, upon the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee that was constituted by the government earlier that year. 51A(c) To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India; 51A(d) To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so; 51A(e) To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of India transcending religious, linguistic, and regional or sectional diversities; to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women; 51A(f) To value and preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture;
B. The fundamental duties of citizens were added to the constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976, upon the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee that was constituted by the government earlier that year. 51A(c) To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India; 51A(d) To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so; 51A(e) To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of India transcending religious, linguistic, and regional or sectional diversities; to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women; 51A(f) To value and preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture;

Explanations:

The fundamental duties of citizens were added to the constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976, upon the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee that was constituted by the government earlier that year. 51A(c) To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India; 51A(d) To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so; 51A(e) To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all the people of India transcending religious, linguistic, and regional or sectional diversities; to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women; 51A(f) To value and preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture;