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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 35

SSC GD Constable (English) - 31 Jan 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q35

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Fundamental Duties were included in the Indian constitution on the recommendation of ____________.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Swaran Singh Committee.

  • The Fundamental Duties were included in the Indian Constitution on the recommendations of Swaran Singh Committee.
  • The idea of Fundamental Duties is inspired from the Constitution of Russia, and was incorporated in Part IV-A of the Constitution by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act of 1976.
  • Fundamental Duties are intended to serve as a constant reminder to every citizen that while the Constitution specifically conferred on them certain fundamental rights. It also requires citizens to observe basic norms of democratic conduct and democratic behavior.