Question 1

Do I have the right to protest peacefully in India?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Article 19(1)(b) of the Constitution guarantees the right to assemble peaceably and without arms, subject to reasonable restrictions under Article 19(3) in the interests of the sovereignty and integrity of India or public order.

Question 2

Is the Right to Privacy a Fundamental Right?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Privacy is recognised as a Fundamental Right protected as part of the right to life and personal liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution of India.

Question 3

Can the government impose reasonable restrictions on free speech?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Article 19(2) allows the State to make laws imposing reasonable restrictions on the freedom of speech and expression on grounds such as sovereignty and integrity of India, security of the State, public order, decency or morality, contempt of court, defamation, or incitement to an offence.

Question 4

What is the difference between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles?

Accepted Answer

Fundamental Rights in Part III are justiciable — courts can enforce them. Directive Principles in Part IV, by virtue of Article 37, are not enforceable by any court but are fundamental in the governance of the country and it is the duty of the State to apply these principles in making laws.

Question 5

Who can amend the Constitution of India?

Accepted Answer

Under Article 368, Parliament may amend the Constitution by way of addition, variation or repeal, following the procedure laid down in that Article; certain amendments additionally require ratification by the Legislatures of not less than one-half of the States.

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