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

Introduction: Fundamental Rights are among the most important topics in Indian Polity. Questions related to Articles 12–35, Constitutional Remedies, Writs, and Fundamental Rights are frequently asked in UPSC, SSC, WBCS, PSC, Railway, Banking, CTET, CDS, CAPF and other competitive examinations.

Key Facts Box

• Part: Part III
• Articles: 12–35
• Inspired From: USA Bill of Rights
• Article 32: Heart and Soul of Constitution
• Current Fundamental Rights: Six

Important One-Liner Questions and Answers

Question	Answer
1. Which Part of the Constitution contains Fundamental Rights?	Part III
2. Which Articles deal with Fundamental Rights?	Articles 12–35
3. From which country's Constitution were Fundamental Rights borrowed?	United States of America
4. Which Article defines the State?	Article 12
5. Which Article deals with laws inconsistent with Fundamental Rights?	Article 13
6. Which Articles provide the Right to Equality?	Articles 14–18
7. Which Articles provide the Right to Freedom?	Articles 19–22
8. Which Articles provide the Right Against Exploitation?	Articles 23–24
9. Which Articles deal with Freedom of Religion?	Articles 25–28
10. Which Articles deal with Cultural and Educational Rights?	Articles 29–30
11. Which Article provides the Right to Constitutional Remedies?	Article 32
12. Who called Article 32 the "Heart and Soul of the Constitution"?	Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
13. Which Fundamental Right abolishes untouchability?	Article 17
14. Which Article abolishes titles?	Article 18
15. Which Article prohibits human trafficking and forced labour?	Article 23
16. Which Article prohibits child labour in hazardous industries?	Article 24
17. Which writ means "produce the body"?	Habeas Corpus
18. Which writ commands a public authority to perform its duty?	Mandamus
19. Is Right to Property a Fundamental Right?	No
20. Under which Article is Right to Property provided?	Article 300A

Exam Focus Box

• Part III → Fundamental Rights
• Article 32 → Heart and Soul
• Article 17 → Abolition of Untouchability
• Article 24 → Child Labour Prohibition
• Article 300A → Right to Property

Quick Revision Notes

14–18 → Equality
19–22 → Freedom
23–24 → Exploitation
25–28 → Religion
29–30 → Cultural Rights
32 → Constitutional Remedies

Most Important Points Summary

1. Fundamental Rights are contained in Part III.
2. Article 32 is the most important Fundamental Right.
3. Fundamental Rights are enforceable through courts.
4. India currently has six Fundamental Rights.
5. Right to Property is now a legal right.

FAQ Section

Q1. Which Part contains Fundamental Rights?
Part III.

Q2. Which Article is called the Heart and Soul of the Constitution?
Article 32.

Q3. How many Fundamental Rights exist currently?
Six.

Q4. Is Right to Property a Fundamental Right?
No, it is a legal right under Article 300A.

Conclusion

These Fundamental Rights One-Liner Questions and Answers cover the most important constitutional provisions and exam-oriented facts. Regular revision of these questions is extremely useful for UPSC, SSC, WBCS, PSC, Railway, Banking, CTET and other competitive examinations.