Which of the following Fundamental Rights cannot be suspended even during a National Emergency under Articles 358 and 359?
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Correct answer: Articles 20 and 21
The 44th Amendment Act (1978) stipulated that the enforcement of rights guaranteed by Articles 20 and 21 cannot be suspended even during an emergency. Article 19, however, can be suspended if the emergency is declared on grounds of war or external aggression.
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