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Question 83

"To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India" is a provision made in the

AOptions

A) Preamble of the Constitution

B) Directive Principles of State Policy

C) Fundamental Rights

D) Fundamental Duties

BSolution

The phrase "To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India" is a specific provision enumerated under the Fundamental Duties. Article 51A(c) of the Indian Constitution states that it shall be the duty of every citizen of India "to uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India."

While the Preamble reflects these ideals, and they are foundational to the spirit of the Constitution, the direct provision for citizens to uphold and protect them is found in the Fundamental Duties.

CStrategy

When a specific phrase from the Constitution is quoted, try to recall its exact placement (Preamble, Fundamental Rights, Directive Principles of State Policy, or Fundamental Duties). Many such phrases are unique to one particular part.

DSyllabus Analysis

This question is from the Indian Polity and Governance section of the UPSC Prelims syllabus, specifically on Fundamental Duties.

EQuestion Analysis

Easy. It is a direct recall from the list of Fundamental Duties.