Which Article states that it shall be the duty of every citizen of India to abide by the constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 51A (a).
The duty of every citizen of India to abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag, and the National Anthem is mentioned in Article 51A (a). This Article is part of the Fundamental Duties added by the 42nd Amendment in 1976, emphasizing citizens’ responsibility to uphold the nation’s constitutional values and symbols.
Other options explained:
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Article 54 (b): Deals with the election of the President of India by an electoral college.
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Article 14: Guarantees equality before the law and equal protection under the law.
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Article 52: Declares that India shall have a President as the constitutional head of the state.