Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution

What is the definition of 'State' under Article 12?

• The definition of 'State' under Article 12 refers only to the central government.

• The definition of 'State' under Article 12 includes the Government and Parliament of India, State Governments, and local authorities.

• 'State' under Article 12 includes only private corporations and individuals.

• The definition of 'State' under Article 12 excludes local authorities and state governments.

How does Article 13 define the meaning of law?

• Law is a collection of historical documents.

• Law is defined as a set of rules and principles governing behavior in society.

• Law is an arbitrary set of guidelines without enforcement.

• Law is solely based on individual opinions.

What are the key features of the right to equality?

• Freedom of speech

• Right to privacy

• The key features of the right to equality include prohibition of discrimination, equal protection under the law, equality before the law, and right to equal opportunities.

• Right to bear arms

Explain the concept of protective discrimination in India.

• Protective discrimination is a term used for international trade agreements in India.

• Protective discrimination is a policy that benefits only the wealthy in India.

• It refers to the legal framework for punishing discrimination in India.

• Protective discrimination is affirmative action for marginalized groups in India, ensuring reservations in education, employment, and politics.

What freedoms are guaranteed to citizens under Article 19?

• Freedom to bear arms

• Freedom from taxation

• Freedom of speech and expression, assembly, association, movement, residence, and profession.

• Freedom of religion and belief

What are the reasonable restrictions on the freedoms under Article 19?

• Absolute right to assemble without restrictions

• Freedom of speech without any limitations

• Unrestricted freedom to practice any religion

• The reasonable restrictions on freedoms under Article 19 include grounds such as sovereignty, security, public order, decency, morality, contempt of court, defamation, and incitement to an offense.

What does the right against exploitation entail?

• The right against exploitation promotes unrestricted corporate practices.

• The right against exploitation entails protection from forced labor and human trafficking.

• The right against exploitation guarantees free healthcare for all.

• The right against exploitation allows for mandatory overtime without compensation.

How does the Constitution abolish untouchability?

• The Constitution supports untouchability through Article 15.

• The Constitution abolishes untouchability through Article 17.

• Untouchability is abolished by the Supreme Court's ruling.

• The Constitution allows for untouchability under certain conditions.

What is the principle of double jeopardy?

• A person can be tried for a different crime after being acquitted.

• The principle of double jeopardy applies only to civil cases, not criminal cases.

• Double jeopardy allows for multiple trials for the same offense if new evidence is found.

• The principle of double jeopardy prevents a person from being tried twice for the same crime.

What are the writ remedies available under Article 32?

• The writ remedies available under Article 32 are Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, and Quo Warranto.

• Injunction

• Affidavit

• Subpoena