Polity question from Naib Tehsildar exam, 2018 by JKSSB
‘To protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India’, is established under which of the following sections of the Indian Constitution?
Last updated May 13, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option B —
Fundamental Duties
While the words "Sovereignty, Unity, and Integrity" appear in the Preamble, the specific phrasing "To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India" is a codified duty for every citizen.
Where is it located?
This provision is found under Article 51A(c) of the Indian Constitution.
Understanding the Difference
It is easy to confuse this with the Preamble or Directive Principles, but each serves a different legal function:
Preamble (Option D): It sets the objectives of the Constitution. It declares India to be a "Sovereign Socialist Secular Democratic Republic."
Fundamental Duties (Option B): These were added by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976 (based on the Swaran Singh Committee recommendations). They are moral obligations of citizens to help maintain the spirit of the nation.
Fundamental Rights (Option A): These are enforceable rights given to individuals against the state (e.g., Right to Equality).
Directive Principles (Option C): These are guidelines for the Government to follow while making laws.
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