Fundamental Duties UPSC Questions

Fundamental Duties MCQ Questions

1.
Which committee recommended the incorporation of Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution?
A.
Swaran Singh Committee
B.
Mandal Committee
C.
Verma Committee
D.
Sarkaria Commission
ANSWER :
A. Swaran Singh Committee
2.
How many Fundamental Duties were initially included in the Indian Constitution after the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976?
A.
Eight
B.
Nine
C.
Ten
D.
Eleven
ANSWER :
C. Ten
3.
Which of the following duties was added to the Fundamental Duties by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2002?
A.
To defend the country
B.
To uphold sovereignty and unity
C.
To provide opportunities for education to children
D.
To safeguard public property
ANSWER :
C. To provide opportunities for education to children
4.
Which of the following is/are among the
Fundamental Duties of citizens laid down in the Indian Constitution?
1. To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture.
2. To protect the weaker sections from social injustice.
3. To develop the scientific temper and spirit of inquiry.
4. To strive towards excellence n all spheres of individual and collective activity.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

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A.
1 and 2 only
B.
2 only
C.
1, 3 and 4 only
D.
1, 2, 3 and 4
ANSWER :
C. 1, 3 and 4 only
5.
Which country's constitution served as an inspiration for India's Fundamental Duties?
A.
USA
B.
USSR
C.
UK
D.
Japan
ANSWER :
B. USSR
6.
Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution are applicable to which group?
A.
All persons
B.
Citizens only
C.
Foreigners only
D.
Persons above 18 years only
ANSWER :
B. Citizens only