Fundamental Rights — Set 2
Indian Polity · मौलिक अधिकार · Questions 11–20 of 120
Which of the following is NOT a freedom guaranteed under Article 19?
Correct Answer: C. Right to Strike
The Right to Strike is not a Fundamental Right. Article 19 guarantees freedom of association and assembly. Strikes are controlled by industrial laws, not the Constitution.
Protection against 'Double Jeopardy' is provided under which Article?
Correct Answer: C. Article 20
Article 20(2) protects against Double Jeopardy. This means no person can be prosecuted twice for the same offense. It applies to judicial proceedings.
Which Article guarantees protection of life and personal liberty?
Correct Answer: A. Article 21
Article 21 secures the right to life and personal liberty. It can only be taken away by procedure established by law. The Supreme Court has expanded this to include the right to privacy.
Which Amendment Act added Article 21A, making education a Fundamental Right?
Correct Answer: C. 86th Amendment
The 86th Amendment Act of 2002 added Article 21A. It mandates free education for children aged 6 to 14. This act made elementary education a fundamental right.
Article 22 provides protection against which of the following?
Correct Answer: A. Arrest and Detention
Article 22 protects individuals during arrest and detention. It ensures the right to consult a legal practitioner. It also mandates production before a magistrate within 24 hours.
Which Article prohibits traffic in human beings and forced labor?
Correct Answer: D. Article 23
Article 23 prohibits human trafficking and forced labor (begar). It protects individuals from exploitation by others. The state can still impose compulsory service for public purposes.
Article 24 prohibits the employment of children below what age in factories?
Correct Answer: D. 14 years
The correct answer is '14 years'. Article 24 bans employment of children below 14 in factories. It aims to prevent child labor in hazardous industries. This upholds the health and safety of children.
Which Article grants freedom of conscience and free profession of religion?
Correct Answer: B. Article 25
Article 25 guarantees freedom of conscience to all persons. It allows the right to profess, practice, and propagate religion. This right is subject to public order and health.
Under Article 26, who has the right to manage religious affairs?
Correct Answer: D. Religious Denominations
Article 26 gives rights to religious denominations. They can manage their own affairs in matters of religion. They can also own and acquire property.
Which Article protects the interests of minorities?
Correct Answer: C. Article 29
Article 29 protects the interests of minorities. It safeguards their right to conserve their language and culture. Any section of citizens with a distinct culture falls under this.