Which one of the following statements is correct ?
A
Rights are claims of the State against the citizens.
B
Rights are privileges which are incorporated in the Constitution of a State.
C
Rights are claims of the citizens against the State.
Correct Answer
D
Rights are privileges of a few citizens against the many.
Explanation
Rights are legally recognized claims of individuals that act as a check on the arbitrary power of the government, ensuring the protection of individual liberty against State encroachment. While option (b) is tempting, rights are universal entitlements rather than "privileges," which implies special advantages granted only to a specific group. This question tests the core concept of **Constitutionalism**, where the authority of the State is limited by the fundamental rights of its citizens.
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