Fundamental Duties
Duration: 7 min
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Module outline
- English Comprehension: Comprehension / Reading Comprehension / Unseen Passages (Critical Reasoning) (Paragraph Questions), Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary, Idioms and Phrases, Narrative Sequencing, Critical Reasoning
- Reasoning and Aptitude: Series (Number and Letter Series) (Numerical Relations and Reasoning), Coding Decoding, Analogy, Non Verbal Reasoning (Spatial Aptitude) (Spatial Reasoning) (Visual Reasoning), Blood Relations, Directions (Direction Test), Ranking, Order and Sequence, Logical Sequence Of Words, Seating Arrangements, Puzzle Solving (Puzzles), Syllogisms, Deductive and Inductive Reasoning (Logical Deduction and Induction) (Prepositional Reasoning), Data Sufficiency, Selection Decision Table (Decision Making), Calendar, Clock, Cubes & Dices, Data Arrangement, Venn Diagram, Analytical Reasoning (Counting Figures Reasoning), Number System, HCF LCM, Percentage, Ratio and Proportion (Ratios), Average, Profit and Loss, Simple Interest and Compound Interest, Speed Time and Distance, Mensuration and Geometry, Arithmetic, Mixture and Alligation, Age Problems, Data Interpretation, Alphabet and Word Tests, Numerical Reasoning, Number System, Averages, Mixtures and Alligation, Percentages, Series Completion, Analogy and Classification, Patterns in Two-Dimensional Figures, Coding and Decoding, Mathematical Operations, Direction Sense, Logical Deduction and Induction, Simplification and Approximation, Assembling and Grouping of Shapes, Transformation of Shapes, Three-Dimensional Patterns and Visualization, Cubes and Dice, Algebra, Traverse Surveying, Clocks and Calendars, Order, Ranking and Sequence, Constraint Puzzles, Syllogisms and Venn Diagrams, Ratio and Proportion, Mensuration, Permutations and Combinations, Project Monitoring, Resources and Safety, Profit, Loss and Discount, Sequences and Series, Powers, Surds and Logarithms, Subject-Verb Agreement, Sentence Completion, Geometry, Probability, Trigonometry, Measurement and Quantity Take-Off, Statistics, Data Sufficiency, Blood Relations, Speed, Time and Distance, Time and Work, Data Interpretation, Sequence and Series (Series), Algebra, Permutation and Combination, Combinatorics
- General Awareness: Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, History, Polity, Indian Economy
- Computer Fundamentals: Basics of COA, Number System, Number Representation, Semiconductor Memories and Programmable Logic, Timing, Hazards and Testing, Processor Organization and Instructions, Number Systems and Codes, Combinational Logic Design, Combinational Logic Circuits, Number Systems and Codes
- Operating System: Introduction to OS, Unix OS, Linux OS
- C Programming: C Fundamentals, Control Flow, Functions, Arrays & Pointers, Storage Classes, Structures & Enums, DMA, Macros, Scoping & File Handling
- OOPS with C++ & Java: OOPS with C++, Java
- Database Management System: Basics of DBMS, SQL
- MS Office: MS Office Applications
- Internet & Web Technologies: Website, Browser & Services, Internet Fundamentals, Web Design & Development, Protocols & Services
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This educational video provides a comprehensive lecture on the Fundamental Duties (मौलिक कर्तव्य) under the Indian Constitutional System. The instructor begins by introducing the topic and writing key dates on the board, specifically '86 on 2002' and '42 on 1976', to highlight the relevant constitutional amendments. He explains that Fundamental Duties were not part of the original Constitution but were introduced during the Emergency period, inspired by the Soviet Union. The lecture details the role of the Swaran Singh Committee and the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 in adding these duties. The instructor then discusses the 86th Amendment Act of 2002, which added the 11th duty regarding children's education. Finally, he systematically lists and explains all 11 Fundamental Duties using a colorful slide, covering civic responsibilities such as respecting national symbols, promoting harmony, protecting the environment, and striving for excellence.
Chapters
0:00 – 2:00 00:00-02:00
The video opens with the instructor standing in front of a whiteboard displaying the title 'Fundamental Duties' in both Hindi (मौलिक कर्तव्य) and English. He writes '86 on 2002' and '42 on 1976' on the board, highlighting the specific constitutional amendments associated with these duties. He explains that Fundamental Duties were not part of the original Constitution and were introduced during the Emergency period. He mentions the Swaran Singh Committee and the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976 as the legislative basis for these duties. The background features a graphic of hands holding the Ashoka Chakra, symbolizing the Indian flag.
2:00 – 5:00 02:00-05:00
A flowchart is displayed on the screen, breaking down the topic into key components: 'Part 4A', 'Article 51A', 'Soviet Union' (source of inspiration), 'Not in original Constitution', '42nd Constitutional Amendment', and '10 Fundamental Duties'. The instructor explains these connections, emphasizing the Soviet influence. He then transitions to a slide titled 'Development of Fundamental Duties in India', which details the Swaran Singh Committee's recommendation in 1976 and the subsequent 42nd Amendment Act. He also highlights the 86th Amendment Act of 2002, which added the 11th duty regarding the education of children aged 6-14. The slide includes a photo of Sardar Swaran Singh.
5:00 – 7:29 05:00-07:29
The instructor displays a colorful slide listing the Fundamental Duties from 1 to 11. He points to each item as he discusses it. The duties include: 1. Respect Constitution, Flag, Anthem. 2. Follow ideals of freedom struggle. 3. Protect sovereignty, unity, integrity. 4. Defend country. 5. Promote harmony, brotherhood, renounce practices derogatory to women. 6. Value rich cultural heritage. 7. Protect natural environment. 8. Scientific temper, humanism, spirit of inquiry. 9. Protect public property, abjure violence. 10. Strive for excellence. 11. Provide opportunities for education to children aged 6-14. The slide uses different colors for each duty to distinguish them.
The lecture systematically covers the history and content of Fundamental Duties in India. It begins with the historical context, noting that these duties were not in the original Constitution but were added via the 42nd Amendment Act of 1976, inspired by the Soviet Union. The instructor uses a flowchart to illustrate the constitutional placement (Part 4A, Article 51A) and the role of the Swaran Singh Committee. The lecture then details the 86th Amendment Act of 2002, which expanded the list to 11 duties by adding a provision for children's education. Finally, the instructor reviews all 11 duties listed on a slide, covering civic responsibilities like respecting national symbols, promoting harmony, protecting the environment, and striving for excellence.

