Question

Which one is not a fundamental right?

• A. Right to Freedom of Assembly
• B. Right to Property
• C. Right to equality
• D. Right to freedom of speech and Expression

Hint:

The removal of the Right to Property from fundamental rights by the 44th Amendment is a very important event in Indian constitutional history. Always remember this change and the new location of the right (Article 300-A).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
The Constitution of India originally included the Right to Property as a fundamental right. However, this was changed through a constitutional amendment.

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
- The Right to Freedom of Assembly is a fundamental right guaranteed under Article 19(1)(b).
- The Right to Equality is a fundamental right guaranteed under Articles 14 to 18.
- The Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression is a fundamental right guaranteed under Article 19(1)(a).
- The Right to Property was originally a fundamental right under Article 19(1)(f) and Article 31. However, the 44th Amendment Act, 1978, removed it from the list of Fundamental Rights. It was made a constitutional/legal right under a new article, Article 300-A, which states that "no person shall be deprived of his property save by authority of law."

Step 3: Final Answer:
The Right to Property is no longer a fundamental right; it is a constitutional right. The other options are fundamental rights.