SSC GD 2024 PYQ — Question 22

SSC GD Const (English) - 20 Feb 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q22

Constitutions limit the power of government in many ways. The most common way is to specify certain rights that all of us possess as citizens and which no government can ever be allowed to violate.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Fundamental Rights.

Constitutions limit government power primarily by enshrining 'Fundamental Rights' that protect individual freedoms and liberties.

These rights, such as freedom of speech, religion, and equality before the law, serve as a safeguard against governmental overreach.

By explicitly outlining these rights, constitutions ensure that citizens can challenge any government actions that infringe upon their freedoms, promoting accountability and the rule of law.

This framework helps to maintain a balance between state authority and individual rights, fostering a democratic society where citizens are empowered to defend their liberties.