Consider the following statements:
1. Fundamental rights are defined as the basic human rights of all citizens.
2. Fundamental rights comprise a constitutional bill of rights for government policy-making and the behaviour and conduct of citizens.
3. Fundamental rights are for all majors, i.e. post 18 years of age.
4. Fundamental rights may vary as per state boundaries.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
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1 and 2 only
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1 and 3 only
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1 and 4 only
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1, 2 and 4 only
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Statement 1: It is correct. The Fundamental rights are defined as the basic human rights of all citizens. These rights, defined in Part III of the Constitution, apply irrespective of race, place of birth, religion, caste, creed or gender. They are enforceable by the courts, subject to specific restrictions.
Statement 2: It is correct. The Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy and Fundamental Duties are sections of the Constitution of India that prescribe the fundamental obligations of the State to its citizens and the duties of the citizens to the State. These sections comprise a constitutional bill of rights for government policy-making and the behaviour and conduct of citizens.
Statement 3: It is incorrect. Fundamental rights are basic human rights of all citizens irrespective of minors or majors.
Statement 4: It is correct. Right to Education is not a fundamental right in Jammu and Kashmir. The relationship of the state with the Indian Union is governed by Article 370 of the Constitution of India; the provisions of the Constitution of India with regard to the fundamental rights have been applied to the state through the Constitution (Application to Jammu and Kashmir) Order, 1954 promulgated by the President.
Hence, the correct option is 4.