Fundamental Duties Flashcards
(20 cards)
Based on recommendations of
Swaran singh committee
10 FD added by
42nd CAA 1976
11th FD added by
86th CAQ, 2002
Recommendations not incorporated
Duty to pay taxes, penalty for non compliance of duties
Other democratic countries which have FD
Only JAPAN
FD inspired by
Russia
Features
Non justiciable, confined to citizens, some duties are moral others civic
Criticism
Not exhaustive, vagueness in language, not justiciable, unnecessary?, position - placed after part 4A and not part 3
Significance
Reminder for people, inspiration for citizens, warning for anti national activities, help courts
Abide by constitution, respect ideals and institutions, nat flag and anthem
51 A (a)
Cherish and follow noble ideas that inspired nat struggle for freedom
51 A b
Uphold and protect sovereignty, unity and integrity
51 A c
Defend Country and render natn service when called upon
51 A d
Promote harmony and brotherhood among all religious regional and sectional diversity; renounce practice derogatory to dignity of women
51 A e
Value and preserve heritage of culture
51 A f
To protect and improve nat environment - forest, lake, river & to have compassion for living creatures
51 A g
To develop scientific temper, humanism
51 A h
Safeguard public property and abjure violence
51 A i
Strive towards excellence in all spheres of indiv & collective action
51 A j
Parent or guardian provide opportunity of education to children between 6 & 14 yrs
51 A k
