Question

81. Which of the following come under the Fundamental Duties mentioned in the Indian Constitution?
i) To develop scientific temper and spirit of inquiry and reform
ii) To raise the standard of living of people and public health
iii) To value and preserve the rich heritage of the country’s composite culture
iv) To promote international peace and security and maintain honourable relations with other nations
Options:

• A. a) i ii and iii
  
• B. b) i and iii only
  
• C. c) ii, iii and iv
  
• D. d) i only

Answer 1

The correct option is B b) i and iii only


B)

Explanation:

Fundamental Duties under Article 51A are-

It shall be the duty of every citizens of India-

• To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem;

• To cherish and follow the noble ideals which inspired our national struggle for freedom;

• To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India;

• To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so;

• 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;

• To value and preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture;

• To protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers and wild life, and to have compassion for living creatures;

• To develop the scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform