Fundamental Duties are a set of moral and civic obligations outlined in the Constitution of India, specifically in Article 51A. Enacted through the 42nd Amendment in 1976, these duties are aimed at fostering a sense of responsibility among citizens. Introduction: The Fundamental Duties are an important part of Indian Constitution. The duties prescribed, embody some of the highest ideals preached by our great saints, philosophers, social reformers and political leaders. No Duties of the Citizen were incorporated in the original constitution of India at the time of its commencement in 1950. Their inclusion came later as a response to evolving socio-political needs and philosophical influences, reflecting a balance between rights and ... The Government is planning to assign its different Ministries with the task of spreading awareness about Fundamental duties among people. The idea of Fundamental Duties is inspired from the Constitution of Russia. These were incorporated in Part IV-A of the Constitution by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976 on the recommendations of Swaran Singh Committee. Originally 10 in number, one more duty was added through the 86 th Constitutional Amendment Act, 2002. All the eleven duties are ... In the context of a nation, the Fundamental Duties of Indian Constitution refer to a set of duties prescribed for the citizens of that nation. They act as a reminder to the citizens that in addition to the enjoyment of rights, they also have to perform certain duties towards the nation they live in.
