Question

Consider the following statements:
1. There are twelve Fundamental Duties laid down in the Constitution of India for every citizen of India.
2. There is no provision in the Constitution of India for direct enforcement of the Fundamental Duties.
3. One of the Fundamental Duties of every citizen of India is to cast his/her vote in general or State elections so as to maintain a vibrant democracy in India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• A. 1 and 2
• B. 2 only
• C. 2 and 3
• D. 3 only

Answer 1

The correct option is B 2 only

Article 51A of the Constitution provides for the list of fundamental duties of every citizen. The Fundamental Duties are non -justiciable that means these cannot be enforced in a court of law directly. However, the Parliament can make suitable law to enforce them.