Question

From the following, choose the Article in the Constitution of India that proclaims: “It shall be the obligation of every citizen of India to safeguard and develop the natural environment, including forests, lakes, rivers, and animals, and to have compassion for living beings.”

• A. Article 14A
• B. Article (13b)
• C. Article 51A (g)
• D. Article 15
• E. Article 21

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The question asks for the specific Article in the Constitution of India that addresses the duty of Indian citizens to protect and develop the natural environment and show compassion for living beings.

To solve this, we need to refer to the Fundamental Duties listed in the Constitution of India. The relevant article for this duty is:

1. Article 51A(g): It states, “It shall be the duty of every citizen of India to protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures.”

Explanation of Options:

• Article 14A: The Constitution does not include an Article 14A. Hence, this option is invalid.
• Article (13b): This is not a valid article number in the Constitution of India. Articles in the Indian Constitution do not have lettered sub-sections like (13b), hence it's not applicable.
• Article 51A (g): As explained, this is the correct Article that specifies the duty of citizens to protect the environment and show compassion towards animals.
• Article 15: This Article prohibits discrimination on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth. It is unrelated to environmental protection or compassion for living beings.
• Article 21: This Article ensures the fundamental right to life and personal liberty but does not specifically refer to duties regarding the environment.

Conclusion: The correct answer should have been Article 51A (g). 

Answer 2

To determine the correct Article in the Constitution of India that emphasizes the responsibility of citizens to protect and improve the natural environment, we should refer to the Fundamental Duties outlined in the Constitution. The Article that specifically mentions the obligation to safeguard natural resources and show compassion towards living beings is Article 51A(g). Below is a detailed explanation:

• Article 51A is part of the Fundamental Duties which were added to the Constitution by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
• Clause (g) of Article 51A specifically states: "It shall be the duty of every citizen of India to protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures."

Thus, the correct choice is Article 51A (g).