Which of the following Articles was amended by The Constitution Fiftieth Amendment Act, 1984?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Article 33.
The Constitution (Fiftieth Amendment) Act, 1984, amended Article 33 of the Indian Constitution. This amendment empowered the Parliament to restrict or abrogate the fundamental rights of members of the armed forces, paramilitary forces, police forces, intelligence agencies, and others employed in similar capacities, in order to ensure the proper discharge of their duties and maintenance of discipline. The amendment aimed to strengthen national security by providing the necessary legal framework for managing the rights of individuals in these sensitive roles.