UPSC CSE Prelims
Question 31
"To uphold and protect the Sovereignty, Unity and Integrity of India" is a provision made in the
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Correct answer: D
Correct Option: D
Explanation: Article 51A(c) imposes on citizens the Fundamental Duty to uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India.
Option-wise Analysis:
A: Incorrect - The Preamble refers to unity and integrity but the cited duty is in Article 51A.
B: Incorrect - DPSPs address governance policy rather than this citizen duty.
C: Incorrect - Fundamental Rights protect individual freedoms, not the exact duty quoted.
D: Correct - Fundamental Duties expressly include this obligation.