Question

Which of the following are among the Fundamental Duties as listed in the Constitution?
I. To preserve the heritage of our composite culture.
II. To abide by the Constitution.
III. To strive for excellence in scientific research to win international fame.
IV. To render national service when called upon to do so.

• A. I, II and III
• B. l and II
• C. I, II and IV
• D. II, III and IV

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

I, II and IV

Option C is the correct answer. Eleven fundamental duties as listed in the Indian Constitution for citizens are:

1. To abide by and respect the constitution, the national flag and national anthem.

2. To cherish and follow the noble ideas of the freedom struggle.

3. To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India.

4. To defend the country and render national service when required.

5. To promote common brotherhood and establish dignity of women.

6. To preserve the rich heritage of nation's composite culture.

7. To protect and improve natural environment.

8. To develop scientific temper, humanism and spirit of inquiry.

9. To safeguard public property and abjure violence.

10. To strive for excellence in all sphere of individual and collective activity.

11. It shall be the duty of every citizen of India who is a parent or guardian to provide an opportunity for education to his child or as the case may be, ward between the age of 6 and 14 (added by 86th amendment act, 2002).