DPSPs & Fundamental Duties MCQ — 74 Practice Questions with Answers

Explanation

Statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct. Statement 4 is INCORRECT — the UCC is constitutionally rooted in Article 44 (Directive Principles of State Policy), not Article 21. Article 44 directs the State to secure a uniform civil code for citizens throughout India. Article 21 pertains to Right to Life and Personal Liberty. The Ranjana Desai committee received approximately 20 lakh public suggestions while drafting the bill, and Scheduled Tribes are explicitly exempted to protect their distinct customs and traditions.

Explanation

After 86th Amendment (2002), Article 45 directs early childhood care and education until 6 years. Education for 6-14 year olds became a FR under Article 21A.

Explanation

Paying taxes is a legal duty but NOT listed as a Fundamental Duty under Article 51A. The 11 Fundamental Duties include respecting Constitution, national struggle ideals, sovereignty, defending the country, promoting harmony, preserving heritage, protecting environment, developing scientific temper, safeguarding public property, striving for excellence, and providing education to children.

Explanation

Article 47 directs the State to raise the level of nutrition and the standard of living and to improve public health. It also directs the State to bring about prohibition of intoxicating drinks and drugs injurious to health.

Explanation

Article 37 states that the provisions in Part IV shall not be enforceable by any court, but the principles therein are fundamental in the governance of the country and it shall be the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws.