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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 36

SSC GD Constable (English) - 13 Jan 2023 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q36

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When was the initial 10 Fundamental Duties added to the Constitution of India?
 

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e.1976 

The 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added 10 Fundamental Duties to the Indian Constitution.

  • The 86th Amendment Act 2002 later added the 11th Fundamental Duty to the list.
  • The Fundamental Duties of citizens were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976, upon the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee that was constituted by the Government.
  • To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity, and Integrity of India', is enshrined as one of the Fundamental Duties under Article 51A(c) of the Indian Constitution.