Question

By which Constitutional Amendment Act was the fundamental duties inserted in the Indian Constitution ?

• A. 42nd Amendment 1976
• B. 44th Amendment 1978
• C. 52nd Amendment 1985
• D. 61st Amendment 1988

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 42nd Amendment 1976

• Fundamental duties adopted from USSR
• Article from 35 to 51
• Initially there were 10 fundamental duties
• now 11 fundamenal duties are there
• Abide by the Constitution and respect national flag & National Anthem
• Follow ideals of the freedom struggle
• Protect sovereignty & integrity of India
• Defend the country and render national services when called upon
• Developing the spirit of common brotherhood
• Preserve composite culture of the country
• Preserve natural environment
• Develop scientific temper and humanity
• Safeguard public property and avoid violence
• Strive for excellence in all spheres of life.
• Duty of all parents/guardians to send their children in the age group of 6-14 years to school.