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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 33

SSC CHSL - 16th October 2020 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q33

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How many Fundamental Duties are outlined in Part IV A (Article 51A) of the Constitution of India?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 11.

  • The Swaran Singh Committee, formed in 1976, proposed the introduction of Fundamental Duties, prompted by the requirements emerging during the internal emergency of 1975-77.

  • The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 incorporated 10 Fundamental Duties into the Indian Constitution. Subsequently, the 86th Amendment Act of 2002 included the 11th Fundamental Duty.

  • Article 51A within Part IV A of the Indian Constitution addresses the Fundamental Duties.