Law Legal Studies ยท Civics Polity

Fundamental and Human Rights

1,430 Questions

This set of questions covers fundamental rights, human rights, and constitutional provisions like the Right against Exploitation. It also explores international declarations and individual liberties. These topics are frequently tested in UPSC and state PSC examinations.

Constitutional provisionsInternational human rightsRight to privacyMinority rightsRight against exploitation

Fundamental and Human Rights Questions

Multiple choice

The concept of individual rights and freedoms is often seen as being in tension with what?

  1. National security

  2. Public health

  3. Social order

  4. All of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Individual rights and freedoms can sometimes conflict with national security, public health, social order, and other societal goals.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT considered a form of freedom of expression?

  1. Freedom of speech

  2. Freedom of the press

  3. Freedom of assembly

  4. Freedom of religion
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Freedom of religion is not considered a form of freedom of expression, although it is closely related.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT considered a form of collective rights?

  1. Right to self-determination

  2. Right to a healthy environment

  3. Right to freedom of association

  4. Right to privacy
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

The right to privacy is considered an individual right, not a collective right.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Right in the Indian Constitution?

  1. Right to Equality

  2. Right to Freedom

  3. Right to Property

  4. Right to Education
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Right to Property was removed from the list of Fundamental Rights by the 44th Amendment to the Constitution in 1978.

Multiple choice

Which Fundamental Right guarantees the right to practice any religion or faith?

  1. Right to Equality

  2. Right to Freedom

  3. Right to Religious Freedom

  4. Right to Cultural and Educational Rights
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Right to Religious Freedom is guaranteed under Article 25-28 of the Indian Constitution.

Multiple choice

Which Fundamental Duty states that it is the duty of every citizen to protect and improve the natural environment?

  1. Article 51A(g)

  2. Article 51A(h)

  3. Article 51A(i)

  4. Article 51A(j)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Article 51A(g) of the Indian Constitution states that it is the duty of every citizen to protect and improve the natural environment.

Multiple choice

Which Fundamental Right prohibits discrimination on the basis of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth?

  1. Right to Equality

  2. Right to Freedom

  3. Right to Property

  4. Right to Education
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Right to Equality is guaranteed under Article 14-18 of the Indian Constitution.

Multiple choice

Which Fundamental Right guarantees the right to vote in elections?

  1. Right to Equality

  2. Right to Freedom

  3. Right to Political Participation

  4. Right to Education
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Right to Political Participation is guaranteed under Article 326 of the Indian Constitution.

Multiple choice

Which Fundamental Duty states that it is the duty of every citizen to defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so?

  1. Article 51A(d)

  2. Article 51A(e)

  3. Article 51A(f)

  4. Article 51A(g)
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Article 51A(d) of the Indian Constitution states that it is the duty of every citizen to defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so.

Multiple choice

What is the fundamental principle of freedom?

  1. The ability to do whatever one wants

  2. The absence of external constraints

  3. The power to make choices

  4. The right to be treated fairly
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Freedom is the power to make choices, even in the face of constraints. It is not the ability to do whatever one wants, as that would be impossible in a world with other people and rules. Freedom is also not the absence of external constraints, as those constraints can be necessary for a just and orderly society. And freedom is not the right to be treated fairly, as that is a matter of justice, not freedom.

Multiple choice

How is freedom related to the right to a fair trial?

  1. Freedom is a necessary condition for a fair trial

  2. A fair trial is a necessary condition for freedom

  3. Freedom and a fair trial are independent of each other

  4. Freedom and a fair trial are mutually exclusive
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Freedom is a necessary condition for a fair trial because a person cannot be held accountable for their actions if they were not free to choose their actions. A fair trial requires that the defendant be able to present their case and defend themselves, which requires freedom of speech and assembly. A fair trial also requires that the defendant be free from coercion and intimidation, which requires freedom from fear.

Multiple choice

What is the legal principle that states that inmates have the right to adequate medical care?

  1. The Eighth Amendment

  2. The Due Process Clause

  3. The Equal Protection Clause

  4. The Rehabilitation Act
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Eighth Amendment to the United States Constitution states that inmates have the right to adequate medical care.

Multiple choice

What is the legal principle that states that inmates have the right to access to legal counsel?

  1. The Sixth Amendment

  2. The Due Process Clause

  3. The Equal Protection Clause

  4. The Rehabilitation Act
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution states that inmates have the right to access to legal counsel.

Multiple choice

What is the legal principle that states that inmates have the right to a fair trial?

  1. The Sixth Amendment

  2. The Due Process Clause

  3. The Equal Protection Clause

  4. The Rehabilitation Act
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution states that inmates have the right to a fair trial.

Multiple choice

What is the legal principle that states that inmates have the right to be free from excessive force?

  1. The Eighth Amendment

  2. The Due Process Clause

  3. The Equal Protection Clause

  4. The Rehabilitation Act
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Eighth Amendment to the United States Constitution states that inmates have the right to be free from excessive force.