Fundamental Duties are a reminder that citizenship is not merely a passive status but an active engagement. Discuss. What are the challenges in their legal enforcement?
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Fundamental Duties are the "Kavitavya" that should be followed by all citizens, mentioned in Article 51-A, by 42nd constitutional amendment on recommendation of Swaran Singh Committee Fundamental duties → active citizen (1) Governance a two way street: In Javed vs State of Haryana case, SC held that fundamental right should be seen on premise of fundamental duties a protect environment b Safe use of monument c enforce brotherhood d respect women (3) Also enhance citizen's rights Ex. Right to clean environment (Mc Mehta case) requires other citizens to enforce it.
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Two-way relationship between Citizen, Fundamental Duties (FD), Fundamental Rights (FR), and Government
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Indian Constitution - Historical Underpinnings, Evolution, Features, Amendments, Significant Provisions and Basic Structure
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