UPSC 2015PolityModerate

"To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India" is a provision made in the

A
Preamble of the Constitution
B
Directive Principles of State Policy
C
Fundamental Rights
D
Fundamental Duties
Correct Answer

Explanation

The phrase "to uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India" is explicitly listed as Article 51A(c) under the Fundamental Duties (Part IV-A) of the Indian Constitution. While the Preamble also mentions these terms to define the nature and objectives of the State, the specific active mandate "to uphold and protect" is a duty prescribed for citizens. This question tests the core concept of Fundamental Duties and the ability to distinguish between the constitutional objectives stated in the Preamble and the specific obligations of citizens.

Fundamental DutiesSpecific Fundamental DutiesArticle 51AFundamental DutiesSovereignty, Unity and Integrity42nd Amendment Act

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