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Fundamental Duties Practice Questions

20 free Fundamental Duties practice questions for the Indian Polity. Tap an option to answer — you get instant feedback, the correct answer, and a detailed explanation for every question.

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Question 1 of 20 Medium

Which committee recommended the inclusion of Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution?

  1. A Verma Committee
  2. B Sarkaria Commission
  3. C Swaran Singh Committee
  4. D Balwant Rai Mehta Committee

Correct answer: Swaran Singh Committee

The Swaran Singh Committee, set up by the government in 1976, suggested that a chapter on fundamental duties be incorporated into the Constitution. It argued that citizens should be conscious that while enjoying rights, they also have duties.

Question 2 of 20 Medium

The Fundamental Duties were incorporated into the Indian Constitution by which Constitutional Amendment Act?

  1. A 42nd Amendment Act, 1976
  2. B 44th Amendment Act, 1978
  3. C 73rd Amendment Act, 1992
  4. D 86th Amendment Act, 2002

Correct answer: 42nd Amendment Act, 1976

Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment Act in 1976 during the Emergency. This amendment added a new Part IVA and Article 51A to the Constitution.

Question 3 of 20 Medium

How many Fundamental Duties were originally added to the Constitution in 1976?

  1. A 8
  2. B 10
  3. C 11
  4. D 12

Correct answer: 10

Although the Swaran Singh Committee suggested 8 duties, the 42nd Amendment Act incorporated 10 Fundamental Duties. The 11th duty was added much later in 2002.

Question 4 of 20 Medium

Under which Part and Article of the Indian Constitution are Fundamental Duties enumerated?

  1. A Part IV, Article 51
  2. B Part IVA, Article 51A
  3. C Part III, Article 32
  4. D Part V, Article 52

Correct answer: Part IVA, Article 51A

The Fundamental Duties are confined to a single article, Article 51A, contained within Part IVA. This part was specifically created to house the list of duties for citizens.

Question 5 of 20 Medium

The concept of Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution was inspired by the Constitution of which country?

  1. A USA
  2. B Canada
  3. C USSR (Soviet Union)
  4. D France

Correct answer: USSR (Soviet Union)

The Indian Constitution followed the example of the Constitution of the erstwhile USSR, where rights and duties were considered inseparable. Most democratic constitutions, like that of the USA, do not explicitly list duties.

Question 6 of 20 Medium

Which of the following is the 11th Fundamental Duty added by the 86th Amendment Act, 2002?

  1. A To protect and improve the natural environment
  2. B To safeguard public property
  3. C To provide education for his child or ward aged 6 to 14 years.
  4. D To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity

Correct answer: To provide education for his child or ward aged 6 to 14 years.

The 86th Amendment Act, which made education a fundamental right, also added a corresponding duty for parents and guardians. It mandates providing educational opportunities to children between 6 and 14 years of age.

Question 7 of 20 Medium

Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Duty under Article 51A?

  1. A To vote in public elections
  2. B To abide by the Constitution and respect the National Flag
  3. C To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India
  4. D To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood

Correct answer: To vote in public elections

Voting in public elections is a legal/political right and responsibility but is not listed as a Fundamental Duty under Article 51A. The Swaran Singh Committee had suggested making the duty to vote and pay taxes fundamental, but they were not accepted.

Question 8 of 20 Medium

The Fundamental Duties are applicable to:

  1. A Both citizens and foreigners
  2. B Only citizens of India
  3. C Only persons holding public office
  4. D All residents of India including legal entities

Correct answer: Only citizens of India

Unlike some Fundamental Rights which extend to all persons (citizens or foreigners), the Fundamental Duties are confined to the citizens of India only. They do not apply to foreigners or legal entities like corporations.

Question 9 of 20 Medium

Which of the following describes the legal nature of Fundamental Duties?

  1. A Air, water, soil, and natural resources
  2. B Forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife
  3. C Plants, animals, ecosystems, and habitats
  4. D Mountains, valleys, and terrain features

Correct answer: Forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife

Fundamental Duties are non-justiciable, meaning there is no direct legal sanction by the courts for their violation. However, Parliament is free to enforce them by suitable legislation, such as the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act.

Question 10 of 20 Medium

Which duty emphasizes the development of 'scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry'?

  1. A Adding new Fundamental Duties to the Constitution
  2. B Identifying existing legal provisions for implementing Fundamental Duties
  3. C Recommending removal of impractical duties from the list
  4. D Merging Fundamental Duties with Directive Principles of State Policy

Correct answer: Identifying existing legal provisions for implementing Fundamental Duties

Article 51A(h) specifically asks citizens to develop the scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform. This is a unique feature of the Indian Constitution reflecting a commitment to modernism.

Question 11 of 20 Medium

To 'safeguard public property and to abjure violence' is which Fundamental Duty?

  1. A Article 51A(f)
  2. B Article 51A(g)
  3. C Article 51A(i)
  4. D Article 51A(b)

Correct answer: Article 51A(i)

Article 51A(i) mandates citizens to safeguard public property and to abjure violence. This duty is particularly relevant during times of civil unrest or protests.

Question 12 of 20 Medium

The duty to 'protect and improve the natural environment' includes which of the following specifically mentioned elements?

  1. A Air, water, and soil
  2. B Forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife
  3. C Agriculture and animal husbandry
  4. D Minerals and petroleum

Correct answer: Forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife

Article 51A(g) states that it is the duty of every citizen to protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers and wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures.

Question 13 of 20 Medium

The 'Verma Committee' (1999) is associated with which aspect of Fundamental Duties?

  1. A Adding new duties to the Constitution
  2. B Identifying the existence of legal provisions for the implementation of Fundamental Duties
  3. C Recommending the removal of certain duties
  4. D Merging duties with Directive Principles

Correct answer: Identifying the existence of legal provisions for the implementation of Fundamental Duties

The Verma Committee on Fundamental Duties of Citizens identified various legal provisions and statutes that already existed to enforce some of the fundamental duties, such as the Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972.

Question 14 of 20 Medium

Which Fundamental Duty directs citizens to 'value and preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture'?

  1. A Article 51A(a)
  2. B Article 51A(c)
  3. C Article 51A(f)
  4. D Article 51A(e)

Correct answer: Article 51A(f)

Article 51A(f) enjoins citizens to value and preserve the rich heritage of the country's composite culture. This reflects the 'unity in diversity' ethos of India.

Question 15 of 20 Medium

To 'cherish and follow the noble ideals which inspired our national struggle for freedom' is a duty mentioned under:

  1. A Article 51A(a)
  2. B Article 51A(b)
  3. C Article 51A(c)
  4. D Article 51A(d)

Correct answer: Article 51A(b)

Article 51A(b) requires citizens to cherish and follow the noble ideals that inspired the national struggle for freedom. It is the second duty listed in the article.

Question 16 of 20 Medium

The Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution during the tenure of which Prime Minister?

  1. A Lal Bahadur Shastri
  2. B Morarji Desai
  3. C Indira Gandhi
  4. D Rajiv Gandhi

Correct answer: Indira Gandhi

The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976, which added the Fundamental Duties, was passed during the Prime Ministership of Indira Gandhi during the National Emergency.

Question 17 of 20 Medium

The duty to 'defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so' is found in:

  1. A Article 51A(c)
  2. B Article 51A(d)
  3. C Article 51A(e)
  4. D Article 51A(f)

Correct answer: Article 51A(d)

Article 51A(d) states the duty of citizens to defend the country and render national service when called upon. This allows for the possibility of conscription if needed for national defense.

Question 18 of 20 Medium

According to the Supreme Court in the AIIMS Students' Union v. AIIMS case (2001), Fundamental Duties are:

  1. A Inferior to Fundamental Rights
  2. B Equally important as Fundamental Rights
  3. C Only moral exhortations with no constitutional value
  4. D Valid only if Parliament passes a specific law for each

Correct answer: Equally important as Fundamental Rights

The Supreme Court held that Fundamental Duties are as important as Fundamental Rights. It stated that even though they are not specifically enforceable by writs, they provide a valuable guide in interpreting constitutional and legal issues.

Question 19 of 20 Medium

Which Fundamental Duty aims to 'renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women'?

  1. A Article 51A(b)
  2. B Article 51A(e)
  3. C Article 51A(g)
  4. D Article 51A(j)

Correct answer: Article 51A(e)

Article 51A(e) mandates citizens to promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood and specifically to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women.

Question 20 of 20 Medium

Which Fundamental Duty encourages striving towards 'excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity'?

  1. A Article 51A(h)
  2. B Article 51A(i)
  3. C Article 51A(j)
  4. D Article 51A(k)

Correct answer: Article 51A(j)

Article 51A(j) states that citizens should strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavour and achievement.

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