Indian Constitution
Fundamental Rights (Page 7)
Fundamental Rights are essential rights guaranteed by the Constitution to ensure individual freedom, dignity, and equality.
Articles Covered
Fundamental Rights are enshrined in Articles 12 to 35 of the Constitution.
Types of Fundamental Rights
- Right to Equality (Articles 14–18)
- Right to Freedom (Articles 19–22)
- Right against Exploitation (Articles 23–24)
- Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25–28)
- Cultural and Educational Rights (Articles 29–30)
- Right to Constitutional Remedies (Article 32)
Right to Freedom (Article 19)
Provides six freedoms to citizens, including speech, expression, movement, and association.
Right to Life (Article 21)
Ensures protection of life and personal liberty. It has been expanded through judicial interpretation.
Article 32
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar called it the “heart and soul of the Constitution.”
It allows citizens to approach the Supreme Court for enforcement of their rights.
Writs
- Habeas Corpus
- Mandamus
- Prohibition
- Certiorari
- Quo Warranto
Reasonable Restrictions
Fundamental Rights are not absolute and are subject to reasonable restrictions in the interest of public order, security, and morality.
Exam Focus:
Articles 19, 21, 32 and Writs are highly important for UPSC exams.
Articles 19, 21, 32 and Writs are highly important for UPSC exams.
Shaktimatha Learning
No comments:
Post a Comment