The 44th Amendment Act was significant in relation to suspension of Fundamental Rights because it:
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Correct answer: Protected Articles 20 and 21 from suspension
The 44th Amendment ensured that Articles 20 and 21 cannot be suspended even during a National Emergency. This strengthened the protection of civil liberties.
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- Which of the following best describes the effect of Article 359?
- During a National Emergency, the Parliament's power over Fundamental Rights becomes:
- If a National Emergency is revoked, the suspension of enforcement of rights under Article 359:
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