Question

Q. Article 19 of the Constitution of India guarantees which of the following rights?

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

• A. 1 and 4 only
• B. 2 and 4 only
• C. 2, 3 and 4 only
• D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Answer 1

The correct option is B 2 and 4 only

Explanation:

• Statement 2 is correct: The freedom of movement has two dimensions, viz, internal (right to move inside the country) and external (right to move out of the country and right to come back to the country). Article 19 protects only the right to move inside the country. The second dimension is dealt with by Article 21 (right to life and personal liberty).
• Statement 1 is incorrect: The right to strike is not a fundamental right under Article 19. It is a legal right and with this right, statutory restriction is attached in the Industrial Dispute Act, 1947.
• Statement 3 is incorrect: Every citizen has the right to assemble peaceably and without arms under Article 19 of the constitution. It includes the right to hold public meetings, demonstrations, and take-out processions.
• Statement 4 is correct: Article 19 of the Constitution of India guarantees all citizens the right to practice any profession or to carry on any occupation, trade, or business. The State can impose reasonable restrictions on the exercise of this right in the interest of the general public.