Question

When the Indian Constitution came into effect in 1950, it had no Fundamental Duties. They were added in 1976 by an amendment to the Constitution. At first, there were 10 duties listed in Article 51A (Part IV-A). In 2002, the 11th duty was added, which stated that parents or guardians must make sure children between ages 6 and 14 years get an education.

Answer 1

• When the Indian Constitution came into force in 1950, it did not include any fundamental duties for citizens.
• Fundamental Duties were added in 1976 through the 42nd Constitutional Amendment.
• Initially, there were 10 fundamental duties, included in Article 51A under Part IV-A of the Constitution.
• In 2002, the 86th Constitutional Amendment added the 11th Fundamental Duty.
• This duty states that parents or guardians should provide opportunities for education to their children or wards between 6 and 14 years of age.
• Fundamental Duties remind citizens that along with enjoying their rights, they also have important responsibilities towards the country and society.