Union of India V/s Naveen Jindal (2004) This landmark judgment recognized the right to fly the national flag as a fundamental right flowing from freedom of speech and expression (Article 19(1)(a)) and also consistent with the fundamental duty to respect the Constitution and uphold its ideals (Article 51-A(a)). Article 51-A(a) This clause states that it shall be the duty of every citizen of India to abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem. Other Cases Bijoe Emmanuel V/s State of Kerala (1986): Dealt with the singing of the National Anthem. Surya Narain Choudhary V/s Union of India (1982): Related to election matters. Charu Khurana V/s Union of India (2015): Dealt with gender discrimination in the context of temple priests.