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SSC CHSL 2024 PYQ — Question 41

SSC CHSL - 11 July 2024 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q41

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The Fundamental Duties of Citizens were introduced by the 42nd Amendment in the year:

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 1976.

  • The Fundamental Duties of Indian citizens were introduced by the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 during the tenure of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. These duties were incorporated into the Indian Constitution under Article 51A, based on the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee.
  • It is inspired by the Soviet Constitution, the Fundamental Duties were aimed at promoting a sense of civic responsibility among citizens. Initially, 10 Fundamental Duties were listed, and later, an 11th duty was added by the 86th Amendment Act of 2002.