Q1. Which of the following is not included in the list of Fundamental Duties in the Constitution ?
(a) To safeguard public property and to abjure violence
(b) To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India
(c) Secularism
(d) To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals
(UPSC Prelims 1979)
Answer: (c) Secularism
Explanation: While secularism is a constitutional value, it is not explicitly listed as a Fundamental Duty under Article 51A. The duties focus on citizen responsibilities, such as respecting the Constitution, promoting harmony, and protecting public property.
Q2. To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India, a provision has been made in the
(a) Directive Principles of State Policy
(b) Preamble to the Constitution
(c) Fundamental Duties
(d) Fundamental Rights
(UPSC Prelims 1982)
Answer: (c)
Explanation: The duty to uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India is enshrined in the Fundamental Duties under Article 51A of the Constitution. These duties serve as moral obligations for citizens to preserve the nation’s integrity.