FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS
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members:-
Subject: constitutional
Tamanna
values and fundamental
rights Pankaj Upreti
Course : BCA Simar
WHAT IS FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS?
• Fundamental Rights are the basic
human rights guaranteed by a country’s
constitution to its citizens. These rights
are essential for individual freedom,
equality, and dignity, protecting people
from discrimination and ensuring their
overall well-being.
FEATURES OF FUNDAMENTAL
RIGHTS
1. Given by the Constitution – These rights are written in Part III
(Articles 12-35) of the Indian Constitution.
2. For Everyone – All Indian citizens get these rights, and some
apply to foreigners too.
3. Not Unlimited – The government can put some restrictions for
public safety and order.
4. Can Go to Court – If your rights are violated, you can directly
approach the Supreme Court (Article 32).
5. Can Be Changed but Not Removed – Parliament can modify these
rights but can’t take them away completely
6. Can Be Suspended in Emergency – Some rights stop working
during a National Emergency (Article 352)
7. Protects from Government & People – Mostly, they protect
against government actions, but some apply to private
individuals too.
LIMITATIONS OF FUNDAMENTAL
RIGHTS
1. Security of the State – Rights can be restricted in cases of
threats to national security, such as during war or emergencies.
2. . Public Order – Governments can impose restrictions to prevent
riots, violence, or disorder.
3. Morality and Decency – Free speech and expression can be
limited to prevent obscenity or content that violates moral
standards.
4. Contempt of Court – Freedom of speech does not include the
right to speak or publish anything that disrespects judicial
authority.
6 FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS ARE
• 1. Right to Equality
• 2. Right to Freedom
• 3. Right Against Exploitation
• 4. Right to Freedom of Religion
• 5. Cultural and Educational Rights
• 6. Right to Constitutional Remedies
[Link] TO EQUALITY
• Ensures all individuals are treated
equally before the law. It prohibits
discrimination based on religion, race,
caste, sex, or place of birth. It also
abolishes untouchability and prohibits
the granting of titles (except military
and academic distinctions).
[Link] TO FREEDOM
• Grants citizens various freedoms, including
freedom of speech and expression, assembly,
association, movement, residence, and
profession. It also protects individuals from
arbitrary arrest and provides rights related to
life and personal liberty.
[Link] AGAINST EXPLOITATION
• Prohibits human trafficking, forced
labor, and exploitation. It also bans
the employment of children below
14 years in hazardous industries.
4. RIGHT TO FREEDOM OF RELIGION
• Ensures individuals have the freedom to
practice, profess, and propagate any
religion. It also provides that the state
will not favor any particular religion and
allows for religious institutions to be
maintained.
5. CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL
RIGHTS
• Protects the rights of minorities to
conserve their culture, language, and
script. It also grants them the right to
establish and administer their own
educational institutions
6. RIGHT TO CONSTITUTIONAL
REMEDIES
• Empowers citizens to approach the
Supreme Court or High Courts if their
fundamental rights are violated. It allows
courts to issue writs like Habeas Corpus,
Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari, and
Quo Warranto to protect these rights.
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