Question

Which of the following statements is/are true regarding the Fundamental Rights in India?

• A. They are essential for the all-round development of citizens.
• B. The procedure for their enforcement is laid down in the Constitution.
• C. They aren't enshrined in the Constitution, but literally everyone knows about them.
• D. They cannot be modified.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The correct options are
A They are essential for the all-round development of citizens.
B The procedure for their enforcement is laid down in the Constitution.
D They cannot be modified.

Fundamental means ‘something that forms a base or core’. It also means something of ‘central importance’. Fundamental Rights are considered 'fundamental' in nature because:

• They are essential for the all-round development of citizens.
• They are enshrined in the Constitution, which acts as the foundation for government.
• The procedure for their enforcement is laid down in the Constitution.
• They cannot be modified.