Fundamental Rights MCQ Quiz - Objective Question with Answer for Fundamental Rights - Download Free PDF

The correct answer is Constitution of United States of America.

Key Points

• The concept of Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution was inspired by the Bill of Rights in the Constitution of the United States of America.
• Fundamental Rights are enshrined in Part III of the Indian Constitution and ensure the protection of individual freedoms and rights.
• These rights are considered essential for the development of the individual and the nation and are enforceable by the judiciary under Article 32.
• The framers of the Indian Constitution admired the safeguards provided by the U.S. Constitution against arbitrary state actions, which influenced the inclusion of Fundamental Rights.
• Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Indian Constitution, played a pivotal role in incorporating these rights.

Additional Information

• Bill of Rights (U.S.):
  • The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution collectively known as the Bill of Rights, were adopted in 1791.
  • They guarantee fundamental freedoms such as freedom of speech, religion, assembly, and protection against unreasonable searches and seizures.
• Fundamental Rights in India:
  • There are six categories of Fundamental Rights in India: Right to Equality, Right to Freedom, Right against Exploitation, Right to Freedom of Religion, Cultural and Educational Rights, and Right to Constitutional Remedies.
  • These rights are universal, justiciable, and subject to reasonable restrictions.
• Article 32:
  • Known as the "Heart and Soul of the Constitution," Article 32 provides individuals the right to approach the Supreme Court for enforcement of Fundamental Rights.
  • Dr. B.R. Ambedkar emphasized its importance as a cornerstone of the judicial system.
• Influence of the U.S. Constitution:
  • The U.S. Constitution served as a model for many democratic constitutions globally, including India's.
  • Its emphasis on individual rights and separation of powers inspired Indian constitutional framers.

The correct answer is Both I and II.

Key Points

• The Ninth Schedule covers central and state laws that cannot be challenged in court and were added by the Constitution (First Amendment) Act, of 1951.
• According to Article 32, the Supreme Court is the guardian/protector of fundamental rights.
• This article was called the soul of the Constitution by Dr. Ambedkar.
• Hence both statements are correct.

Important Points

• There are 12 schedules in the Indian Constitution.
• Originally there were only 8 schedules in the constitution.
• Later the Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh, and Twelfth Schedules were added by the First, 52nd, 73rd, and 74th Constitutional Amendment Acts respectively.

The correct answer is the United States of America

Key Points

•  The fundamental rights are enshrined in PART III of the constitution from Articles 12 to 35.
• The fundamental rights are meant to promote the ideal of Political Democracy.
• The Fundamental Rights are guaranteed and protected by the Constitution.
• There are 6 Fundamental Rights 

  Fundamental Rights	Articles
  Right to equality	14-18
  Right to freedom	19-22
  Right against exploitation	23-24
  Right to freedom of religion	25-28
  Cultural and educational rights	29-30
  Right to constitutional remedies	32

• Judiciary(Supreme Court and High Courts) is the guardian of fundamental rights. The Supreme Court(Under Article 32) and the High Courts(Under Article 226) can issue the writs.

Additional Information

The correct answer is Option 2

Key Points

• Article 19(1)(a) -
  • Freedom of speech and expression,
  • to every citizen by speech, writing, painting, drawing, or in any other manner,
  • Provides the right to freely express one's views and beliefs.

Additional Information

• Right against exploitation (Article 23-24) -
  • In order to protect the weaker sections of society,
  • Indian citizens have been guaranteed the right against exploitation through Article 23 and Article 24 of the Constitution.
• The Right to Constitutional Remedies is included in Article 32 of the Indian Constitution.
• In Articles 25 to 28 -
  • The right to freedom of religion is guaranteed under the Constitution.
  • Every Indian citizen has the right to peacefully practice, profess, propogate their religion.
  • This protection is given to every religion that is originated in India or outside whose followers are living in India like Jainism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Islam, Christianity, Judaism etc.

The correct answer is 6Key Points

• The Right to Freedom is one of the Fundamental Rights guaranteed by the Constitution of India.
• Inspired by America's Bill of Rights Articles 12 to 35 in part -III of the Indian constitution is fundamental rights
• Fundamental rights are not absolute, in other words, these rights can be suspended under special circumstances (except Articles 20 and 21).

Right to freedom:-

The correct answer is Option 2

Key Points

• Article 19(1)(a) -
  • Freedom of speech and expression,
  • to every citizen by speech, writing, painting, drawing, or in any other manner,
  • Provides the right to freely express one's views and beliefs.

Additional Information

• Right against exploitation (Article 23-24) -
  • In order to protect the weaker sections of society,
  • Indian citizens have been guaranteed the right against exploitation through Article 23 and Article 24 of the Constitution.
• The Right to Constitutional Remedies is included in Article 32 of the Indian Constitution.
• In Articles 25 to 28 -
  • The right to freedom of religion is guaranteed under the Constitution.
  • Every Indian citizen has the right to peacefully practice, profess, propogate their religion.
  • This protection is given to every religion that is originated in India or outside whose followers are living in India like Jainism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Islam, Christianity, Judaism etc.

The correct answer is Both I and II.

Key Points

• The Ninth Schedule covers central and state laws that cannot be challenged in court and were added by the Constitution (First Amendment) Act, of 1951.
• According to Article 32, the Supreme Court is the guardian/protector of fundamental rights.
• This article was called the soul of the Constitution by Dr. Ambedkar.
• Hence both statements are correct.

Important Points

• There are 12 schedules in the Indian Constitution.
• Originally there were only 8 schedules in the constitution.
• Later the Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh, and Twelfth Schedules were added by the First, 52nd, 73rd, and 74th Constitutional Amendment Acts respectively.

The correct answer is 6Key Points

• The Right to Freedom is one of the Fundamental Rights guaranteed by the Constitution of India.
• Inspired by America's Bill of Rights Articles 12 to 35 in part -III of the Indian constitution is fundamental rights
• Fundamental rights are not absolute, in other words, these rights can be suspended under special circumstances (except Articles 20 and 21).

Right to freedom:-

The correct answer is the Right to cultural and educational rights.

Right to cultural and educational rights is an important right provided by the Constitution of India.

• Cultural and Educational Rights are provided under Article 29 and Article 30 of the Indian Constitution.
• Cultural and Educational Rights protect the linguistic, cultural, and religious rights of minorities.
• It attempts to preserve the culture and heritage of all communities. 

Important Points

• Article 29 – Protection of Interests of Minorities
  • Article 29(1): This provides any section of the citizens residing in India having a distinct culture, language, or script, the right to conserve their culture, language and script. 
  • Article 29(2): The State shall not deny admission into educational institutes maintained by it or those that receive aid from it to any person based only on race, religion, caste, language, or any of them.
• Article 30 – Right of Minorities to Establish and Administer Educational Institutions
  • Article 30(1): All religious and linguistic minorities have the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice. (Read about Minority Protection in India in the linked article.)
  • Article 30(2): The State shall not, when granting aid to educational institutions, discriminate against any educational institution on the ground that it is under the management of a minority, whether based on religion or language.​

Hence, when any Jain community is not allowed to open teaching centres, It violates the Right to cultural and educational rights.

The correct answer is the United States of America

Key Points

•  The fundamental rights are enshrined in PART III of the constitution from Articles 12 to 35.
• The fundamental rights are meant to promote the ideal of Political Democracy.
• The Fundamental Rights are guaranteed and protected by the Constitution.
• There are 6 Fundamental Rights 

  Fundamental Rights	Articles
  Right to equality	14-18
  Right to freedom	19-22
  Right against exploitation	23-24
  Right to freedom of religion	25-28
  Cultural and educational rights	29-30
  Right to constitutional remedies	32

• Judiciary(Supreme Court and High Courts) is the guardian of fundamental rights. The Supreme Court(Under Article 32) and the High Courts(Under Article 226) can issue the writs.

Additional Information

The correct answer is Option 2

Key Points

• Article 19(1)(a) -
  • Freedom of speech and expression,
  • to every citizen by speech, writing, painting, drawing, or in any other manner,
  • Provides the right to freely express one's views and beliefs.

Additional Information

• Right against exploitation (Article 23-24) -
  • In order to protect the weaker sections of society,
  • Indian citizens have been guaranteed the right against exploitation through Article 23 and Article 24 of the Constitution.
• The Right to Constitutional Remedies is included in Article 32 of the Indian Constitution.
• In Articles 25 to 28 -
  • The right to freedom of religion is guaranteed under the Constitution.
  • Every Indian citizen has the right to peacefully practice, profess, propogate their religion.
  • This protection is given to every religion that is originated in India or outside whose followers are living in India like Jainism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Sikhism, Islam, Christianity, Judaism etc.

The correct answer is Both I and II.

Key Points

• The Ninth Schedule covers central and state laws that cannot be challenged in court and were added by the Constitution (First Amendment) Act, of 1951.
• According to Article 32, the Supreme Court is the guardian/protector of fundamental rights.
• This article was called the soul of the Constitution by Dr. Ambedkar.
• Hence both statements are correct.

Important Points

• There are 12 schedules in the Indian Constitution.
• Originally there were only 8 schedules in the constitution.
• Later the Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh, and Twelfth Schedules were added by the First, 52nd, 73rd, and 74th Constitutional Amendment Acts respectively.

The correct answer is 6Key Points

• The Right to Freedom is one of the Fundamental Rights guaranteed by the Constitution of India.
• Inspired by America's Bill of Rights Articles 12 to 35 in part -III of the Indian constitution is fundamental rights
• Fundamental rights are not absolute, in other words, these rights can be suspended under special circumstances (except Articles 20 and 21).

Right to freedom:-

The correct answer is Both I and II.

Key Points

• The Ninth Schedule covers central and state laws that cannot be challenged in court and were added by the Constitution (First Amendment) Act, of 1951.
• According to Article 32, the Supreme Court is the guardian/protector of fundamental rights.
• This article was called the soul of the Constitution by Dr. Ambedkar.
• Hence both statements are correct.

Important Points

• There are 12 schedules in the Indian Constitution.
• Originally there were only 8 schedules in the constitution.
• Later the Ninth, Tenth, Eleventh, and Twelfth Schedules were added by the First, 52nd, 73rd, and 74th Constitutional Amendment Acts respectively.

The correct answer is  Morarji Desai.

Key Points

• Earlier in India, the Right to Property was a fundamental right under the Indian Constitution.
• The right to property was described in Article 31 of the Indian Constitution.
• But by the 44th Constitutional Amendment (1978), the right to property was converted from a fundamental right to a legal right.
• At present, the Right to Property is established as a legal right under Article 300(A) of the Indian Constitution.
• Morarji Desai was the Prime Minister of India after the Emergency in the 44th Constitutional Amendment (1978).

Important Points

• Fundamental Rights
  • It is taken from the Constitution of the United States of America.
  • Its description is in Part-3 of the Constitution (Article 12 to Article 35).
  • Indian citizens have the following fundamental rights:
    • Equality or Right to Equality (Article 14 to Article 18)
    • Right to Freedom (Articles 19 to 22)
    • Right against exploitation (Articles 23 to 24)
    • Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25 to 28)
    • Right to Culture and Education (Articles 29 to 30)
    • Constitutional Rights (Article 32)
  • It can be amended and during a national emergency (Article 352), other fundamental rights can be suspended except the right to life and personal liberty.
  • There were seven fundamental rights in the original constitution, but by the 44th Constitutional Amendment (1978 AD) the right to property (Article 31 to Article 19f) was removed from the list of fundamental rights and placed as a legal right under Article 300 (a) of the Constitution.

Additional Information

• Jawahar Lal Nehru:
  • The first Prime Minister of India and the longest serving Prime Minister.
  • From 15 August 1947 to 27 May 1964, he was the Prime Minister of India for 16 years, 286 days.
• Lal Bahadur Shastri:
  • He gave the slogan "Jai Jawan Jai Kisan" during the Indo-Pakistani War in 1965.
  • He was the Prime Minister for 1 year, 216 days from 9 June 1964 to 11 January 1966.
• Morarji Desai:
  • Morarji Desai was the oldest Prime Minister (81 years) and the first Prime Minister to resign.
• Indira Gandhi:
  • Indira Gandhi became the first woman Prime Minister of India, Emergency was imposed during her tenure, and she was the Prime Minister at the time of the 42nd Constitutional Amendment.