{"id":10341,"date":"2023-09-18T05:24:07","date_gmt":"2023-09-18T05:24:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=10341"},"modified":"2024-01-25T10:41:50","modified_gmt":"2024-01-25T10:41:50","slug":"fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/","title":{"rendered":"Fundamental Duties &#8211; Indian Polity Notes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-polity-governance?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Polity\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/12.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/12.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/12-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/12-585x137.png 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Fundamental Duties are an essential part of the Indian Constitution. Some of the highest ideals preached by our great saints, philosophers, social reformers, and political leaders are embodied in the duties prescribed. When its inception in 1950, India&#8217;s original constitution did not mention citizen duties.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Citizens&#8217; Fundamental Duties were added to the Constitution by the <strong>42nd Amendment<\/strong> in 1976, in response to the recommendations of <strong>the Swaran Singh Committee<\/strong>, which had been formed by the government earlier that year. The Fundamental Duties help to regulate citizens&#8217; behavior and to achieve excellence in all aspects of citizens&#8217; lives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e85afe8b40a\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" 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href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#Important_Information_on_Fundamental_Duties\" title=\"Important Information on Fundamental Duties&nbsp;\">Important Information on Fundamental Duties&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#Swaran_Singh_Committee_on_Fundamental_Duty\" title=\"Swaran Singh Committee on Fundamental Duty:&nbsp;\">Swaran Singh Committee on Fundamental Duty:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#List_of_Fundamental_Duties\" title=\"List of Fundamental Duties&nbsp;\">List of Fundamental Duties&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#The_following_are_the_characteristics_of_fundamental_duties\" title=\"The following are the characteristics of fundamental duties:&nbsp;\">The following are the characteristics of fundamental duties:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#The_Importance_of_Fundamental_Duties\" title=\"The Importance of Fundamental Duties&nbsp;\">The Importance of Fundamental Duties&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#Criticism_of_Fundamental_Duties\" title=\"Criticism of Fundamental Duties:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Criticism of Fundamental Duties:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#Verma_Committee\" title=\"Verma Committee:&nbsp;\">Verma Committee:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#Supreme_Court_1992_ruled\" title=\"Supreme Court (1992) ruled&nbsp;\">Supreme Court (1992) ruled&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#Difference_Between_Fundamental_Rights_and_Fundamental_Duties\" title=\"Difference Between Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties:&nbsp;\">Difference Between Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties:&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion:&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Conclusion:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#1_What_are_Fundamental_Duties_in_the_Indian_Constitution\" title=\"1. What are Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution?\">1. What are Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#2_How_many_Fundamental_Duties_are_there_in_the_Indian_Constitution\" title=\"2. How many Fundamental Duties are there in the Indian Constitution?\">2. How many Fundamental Duties are there in the Indian Constitution?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#3_Are_Fundamental_Duties_legally_enforceable\" title=\"3. Are Fundamental Duties legally enforceable?\">3. Are Fundamental Duties legally enforceable?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/fundamental-duties-indian-polity-notes\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quotes_of_Mahatma_Gandhi_about_duty\"><\/span>Quotes of Mahatma Gandhi about duty:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>&nbsp;\u201cThe true source of rights is duty. If we all discharge our duties, right will not be far to seek. If we leave duties unperformed we run after rights, they will escape us like a will-o\u2019-the-wisp. The more we pursue them, the farther they fly\u201d &#8211; MAHATMA GANDHI&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_Information_on_Fundamental_Duties\"><\/span>Important Information on Fundamental Duties&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>This section was inspired by the USSR constitution, which is listed in Part IV(A) and consists of a single Art. 51.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li>Fundamental responsibilities, such as DPSP, are non-justiciable.&nbsp;<\/li><li>On the recommendations of the Swaran Singh committee, the 42nd CAA added this section in 1976. (The committee recommended only Eight Duties, the amendment added ten duties)&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>In addition, the 86th CAA 2002 added one more duty &#8211; 51A(k) = a total of 11 duties.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li><li>The Japanese constitution is one of the few democratic nations that includes a provision addressing citizens&#8217; duties.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Fundamental Duties only apply to residents and do not extend to foreigners.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Swaran_Singh_Committee_on_Fundamental_Duty\"><\/span>Swaran Singh Committee on Fundamental Duty:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The Swaran Singh Committee on Fundamental Duty concluded that, in addition to exercising certain rights, citizens must also perform certain duties. The government accepted this recommendation.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Part IVA was added as a new section with only one article.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Some of the committee&#8217;s recommendations that were rejected include:&nbsp;<\/li><li>Parliament may impose any penalty for failure to comply with any FD.&nbsp;<\/li><li>No law imposing such a penalty could be challenged in court. Tax payment should also be a fundamental duty of citizens.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"List_of_Fundamental_Duties\"><\/span>List of Fundamental Duties&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag, and the National Anthem.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To cherish and follow the noble ideals which inspired our national struggle for freedom.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood amongst all people of India transcending religious, linguistic, and regional or sectional diversities and to renounce practices derogatory to the dignity of women.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To value and preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To protect and improve the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, and wildlife, and to have compassion for living creatures.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To develop the scientific temper, humanism, and the spirit of inquiry and reform.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To safeguard public property and to abjure violence.&nbsp;<\/li><li>To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity, so that the nation constantly rises to higher levels of endeavor and achievement.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Subsequently, another duty was added by the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act of 2002: for a parent or guardian to provide opportunities for education of the child or ward between the ages of six and fourteen (It was added under Article 21A Right to education was made an FR).&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_following_are_the_characteristics_of_fundamental_duties\"><\/span>The following are the characteristics of fundamental duties:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The fundamental duties include both moral and civic obligations.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Fundamental rights apply to foreigners as well, but fundamental duties are only applicable to Indian citizens.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The fundamental duties are not legally enforceable. In the event of a violation, the government cannot impose any legal sanctions.&nbsp;<\/li><li>These responsibilities are also linked to Hindu traditions or mythology, such as paying homage to the country or promoting the spirit of brotherhood.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Importance_of_Fundamental_Duties\"><\/span>The Importance of Fundamental Duties&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>They serve as a reminder to citizens that, while exercising their rights, they must also be mindful of the duties they owe to their country, society, and fellow citizens.&nbsp;<\/li><li>They serve as a deterrent to anti-national and anti-social activities such as burning the national flag and destroying public property.&nbsp;<\/li><li>They serve as a source of inspiration for citizens and instill in them a sense of discipline and commitment.&nbsp;<\/li><li>They give the impression that citizens are not passive bystanders but active participants in the achievement of national goals.&nbsp;<\/li><li>They are ideal and guide citizens in the right direction.&nbsp;<\/li><li>They assist courts in examining and determining a law&#8217;s constitutionality.&nbsp;<\/li><li>For example, the Supreme Court ruled in 1992 that when determining the constitutionality of a law, if a court finds that the law in question seeks to give effect to a fundamental duty, it may consider such law to be reasonable in relation to Article 14 (equality before the law) or Article 19 (six freedoms), and thus save such law from unconstitutionality.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The significance of fundamental duties is that they define the moral obligations of all citizens to contribute to the promotion of patriotism and the preservation of India&#8217;s unity.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Fundamental duties make citizens aware of their social and citizenship responsibilities, shaping a society in which all become solicitous and considerate of our fellow citizens&#8217; inalienable rights.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42412 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/10-585x137.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/300;\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Link&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\">UPSC Essay Course<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Criticism_of_Fundamental_Duties\"><\/span>Criticism of Fundamental Duties:&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>They are inherently non-justiciable.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Important responsibilities such as taxation and family planning are not covered.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Provisions that are vague and ambiguous, making it difficult for the average person to understand&nbsp;<\/li><li>Provisions that are superfluous because they would be followed even if they were not included&nbsp;<\/li><li>Inclusion as an appendix to the constitution diminishes the value and intent of FD.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Verma_Committee\"><\/span>Verma Committee:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The committee was set up in 1999.&nbsp;<\/li><li>It identified some legal provisions for enforcement of FDs\u2013 Prevention of insults to National Honor, laws which penalize for promoting enmity, protection of Civil Rights Act, Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972, etc&nbsp;<\/li><li>The Verma Committee (1999) identified the existence of the following legal provision:&nbsp;<\/li><li>Prevention of insults to National Honour Act (1971)&nbsp;<\/li><li>Protection of Civil Rights Act (1955)&nbsp;<\/li><li>Representation of People Act (1951)&nbsp;<\/li><li>Wildlife Protection Act (1972) and Forest Conservation Act (1980)&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supreme_Court_1992_ruled\"><\/span>Supreme Court (1992) ruled&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>In determining the constitutional validity of any law, the Supreme Court (1992) ruled that if the law in question seeks to give effect to FDs, it may consider such law to be reasonable about Art. 14 or Art. 19, thus saving such law from unconstitutionality.&nbsp;<\/li><li>The state can enact laws to prevent duty violations.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Writs cannot be used to impose duties.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Difference_Between_Fundamental_Rights_and_Fundamental_Duties\"><\/span>Difference Between Fundamental Rights and Fundamental Duties:&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><div class=\"pcrstb-wrap\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Fundamental Rights<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Fundamental Duties<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fundamental Rights are the freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution that can\u2019t be taken away from a citizen.&nbsp;<\/td><td>Fundamental Duties are the legal responsibilities bestowed upon the citizens to perform.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fundamental Rights are considered to be the normative rules of liberty and freedom for every citizen in order to achieve a harmonious and free lifestyle&nbsp;<\/td><td>Fundamental Duties are the moral responsibilities of all citizens that need to be performed by them to achieve prosperity and uphold the unity of the nation.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fundamental Rights are universally available to all citizens regardless of their race, caste, religion, sex, or place of birth and are justiciable, i.e. they can be taken to a court of law.&nbsp;<\/td><td>Fundamental Duties are non-justiciable and hence can\u2019t be taken to a court of law.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion:&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Fundamental duties are the moral obligations of all citizens to promote patriotism and preserve India&#8217;s unity. The fact that there is no penalty for failing to follow Fundamental Duties does not diminish their importance. Fundamental Duties are the conscience of our Constitution; they should be regarded as constitutional values that all citizens must uphold.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-essay?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Essay\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/UPSC-Essay-Course-1280\u00d7300-1-3.svg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42688 lazyload\" width=\"781\" height=\"182\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 781px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 781\/182;\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_are_Fundamental_Duties_in_the_Indian_Constitution\"><\/span><strong>1. What are Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Answer: Fundamental Duties are a set of moral and civic obligations outlined in Part IV-A of the Indian Constitution under Article 51A. These duties were added by the 42nd Amendment in 1976 and are considered essential for the harmonious development of the nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_How_many_Fundamental_Duties_are_there_in_the_Indian_Constitution\"><\/span><strong>2. How many Fundamental Duties are there in the Indian Constitution?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Answer: As of now, there are 11 Fundamental Duties enumerated in Article 51A of the Indian Constitution. These duties emphasize the importance of individual and collective responsibilities towards the nation and its well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Are_Fundamental_Duties_legally_enforceable\"><\/span><strong>3. Are Fundamental Duties legally enforceable?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Answer: While Fundamental Duties are mentioned in the Constitution, they are not legally enforceable by the courts. However, it is expected that citizens adhere to these duties voluntarily as they contribute to the overall welfare of society. The 42nd Amendment encouraged citizens to follow these duties as a measure to strengthen the democratic fabric of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\"><\/span><strong>In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>For UPSC Prelims Resources, <a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-cse-prelims-resource-centre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>For Daily Updates and Study Material:<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Join our Telegram Channel &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/WithEdukemy4IAS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edukemy for IAS<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><!-- wp:list --><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1. 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