Citizenship and Fundamental Rights of Foreigners: Important One-Liner Questions and Answers for UPSC, SSC, WBCS, PSC, Railway and Competitive Exams

Introduction: Questions regarding the rights available to citizens and foreigners are commonly asked in UPSC, SSC, WBCS, PSC, Railway, Banking, CTET, CDS and other competitive examinations. These one-liner questions and answers provide a quick and effective revision resource.

Key Facts Box

• Article 14: Available to All Persons
• Article 21: Available to All Persons
• Article 19: Citizens Only
• Voting Rights: Citizens Only
• Public Employment: Citizens Only

Important One-Liner Questions and Answers

Question	Answer
1. Who is a foreigner?	A person who is not a citizen of India
2. Are all Fundamental Rights available only to citizens?	No
3. Which Article guarantees Equality Before Law?	Article 14
4. Is Article 14 available to foreigners?	Yes
5. Which Article guarantees Right to Life and Personal Liberty?	Article 21
6. Is Article 21 available to foreigners?	Yes
7. Which Article provides six freedoms to citizens?	Article 19
8. Is Article 19 available to foreigners?	No
9. Which Article guarantees equality of opportunity in public employment?	Article 16
10. Is Article 16 available to foreigners?	No
11. Which Article prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth?	Article 15
12. Is Article 15 available to foreigners?	No
13. Can foreigners vote in Indian elections?	No
14. Can foreigners contest elections in India?	No
15. Can foreigners become President of India?	No
16. Can foreigners become Governor of a State?	No
17. Which Article protects persons against ex post facto laws?	Article 20
18. Is Article 20 available to foreigners?	Yes
19. Which Article protects against arbitrary arrest and detention?	Article 22
20. Is Article 22 available to foreigners?	Yes (subject to certain exceptions)

Exam Focus Box

• Article 14 → All Persons
• Article 20 → All Persons
• Article 21 → All Persons
• Article 22 → All Persons
• Article 19 → Citizens Only
• Voting Rights → Citizens Only

Quick Revision Notes

Article 14 → Foreigners Allowed
Article 20 → Foreigners Allowed
Article 21 → Foreigners Allowed
Article 22 → Foreigners Allowed
Article 19 → Citizens Only

Most Important Points Summary

1. Foreigners enjoy several Fundamental Rights.
2. Article 14 and Article 21 apply to all persons.
3. Article 19 is restricted to citizens.
4. Foreigners cannot vote or contest elections.
5. Public employment rights are reserved for citizens.

FAQ Section

Q1. Can foreigners enjoy Article 21?
Yes.

Q2. Is Article 19 available to foreigners?
No.

Q3. Can foreigners vote in India?
No.

Q4. Which Fundamental Right is most commonly asked regarding foreigners?
Article 14 and Article 21.

Conclusion

These Citizenship and Fundamental Rights of Foreigners One-Liner Questions and Answers provide an exam-oriented revision of the rights available to citizens and non-citizens. They are highly useful for UPSC, SSC, WBCS, PSC, Railway, Banking, CTET and other competitive examinations.