fundamental duties
Q.State the fundamental duties of Indian citizens, which are mentioned in the Indian Constitution.
Initially, the Constitution did not mention fundamental duties, leading to criticism that it only addressed rights but not duties. To address this criticism, the 42nd Amendment to the Constitution was made in 1976, which outlined the following fundamental duties:
1. Every citizen has a duty to abide by the Constitution and
2.Every citizen has a duty to respect the national flag and national anthem.
3. Every citizen has a duty To protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India.
4. Every citizen has a duty To defend the country.
5. Every citizen has a duty To value India's culture.
6. Every citizen has a duty To protect the environment.
7. To develop the scientific temper, humanism and the spirit of inquiry and reform.
8. Every citizen has a duty To safeguard public property .
9. Parents are expected to provide education opportunities to their children from the age of 6 to 14 years."
• "Criticism:"
1. "The fundamental duties are criticized on the basis that there is no provision for punishment if they are violated.
2. "Another criticism of fundamental duties is based on the ambiguity of the language used in them.
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