11 Fundamental Duties of Indian Citizens

May 08, 2020
Particulars Fundamental Duties
Covered Part IV A, Article 51 –A
Borrowed from USSR
Amendment 42nd Amendment 1976, introduced Article 51 A in the constitution
Recommended by Swaran Singh Committee.
Numbers Originally -10 duties
Now -11 duties (added bye 86th Amendment ACT, 2002)
List of Fundamental Duties
  1. Abide by the Constitution and respect national flag & National Anthem
  2. Follow ideals of the freedom struggle
  3. Protect sovereignty & integrity of India
  4. Defend the country and render national services when called upon
  5. Sprit of common brotherhood
  6. Preserve composite culture
  7. Preserve natural environment
  8. Develop scientific temper
  9. Safeguard public property
  10. Strive for excellence
  11. Duty for all parents/guardians to send their children in the age group of 6-14 years to school.

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