Which committee recommended the inclusion of Fundamental Duties in the Indian…
2016
Which committee recommended the inclusion of Fundamental Duties in the Indian Constitution?
- A.
Swaran Singh Committee
- B.
Ashok Mehta Committee
- C.
Balram Jakhar Committee
- D.
Mandal Committee
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Correct answer: A
The Swaran Singh Committee (1976) was appointed by the Government of India during the Emergency period under Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. This committee recommended the inclusion of Fundamental Duties of citizens in the Constitution. Based on its recommendations, the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976 was enacted, adding Article 51A — which lists 10 Fundamental Duties (later 11, after the 86th Amendment in 2002).
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