Statement 1: Parliament can enforce some Fundamental Duties through legislation (e.g., laws protecting the environment, national symbols). Thus, this statement is incorrect. Statement 2: Fundamental Duties are listed in Part IVA of the Constitution and are explicitly applicable only to citizens of India. This statement is correct. Statement 3: The Fundamental Duties encompass various obligations that can be broadly classified as moral duties (e.g., cherishing ideals) or civil duties (e.g., respecting the Constitution, protecting public property). This statement is generally considered correct. Statement 4: Paying taxes is a legal duty imposed by tax laws, not one of the Fundamental Duties listed in Article 51A. Thus, this statement is incorrect.
Consider the following statements on Fundamental Duties : 1. Parliament cannot enforce it by a legislation 2. It is applicable only to Indian citizens 3. All Fundamental duties are either moral or civil duties 4. Paying taxes is a fundamental duty Which of the above statements are true?
Asked in TNPSC CS Prelims 2021 · Topic: Fundamental Duties (Nature and distinctive features of Fundamental Duties (e.g., non-justiciability))
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