Question

Two statements are given. Choose the correct option based on the statements
Statements:
1. Fundamental Rights are provided to the citizens by the Constitution of India.
2. The Constitution of India guarantees seven Fundamental Rights to the citizens.

• A. Only (1) is true
• B. Only (2) is true
• C. Both (1) and (2) are true
• D. Both (1) and (2) are false

Hint:

India now has only six Fundamental Rights — the Right to Property is no longer one of them.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Statement 1: True — Fundamental Rights are enshrined in Part III of the Indian Constitution (Articles 12 to 35) and are enforceable by courts.
Statement 2: False — Originally, there were seven Fundamental Rights. However, the Right to Property was removed by the 44th Amendment Act, 1978.
Now there are only six Fundamental Rights:
1. Right to Equality
2. Right to Freedom
3. Right against Exploitation
4. Right to Freedom of Religion
5. Cultural and Educational Rights
6. Right to Constitutional Remedies