{"id":55376,"date":"2026-02-03T18:00:29","date_gmt":"2026-02-03T12:30:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/?p=55376"},"modified":"2026-02-03T18:10:22","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T12:40:22","slug":"fundamental-rights-of-indian-constitution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vajiramandravi.com\/current-affairs\/fundamental-rights-of-indian-constitution\/","title":{"rendered":"Fundamental Rights of Indian Constitution, List & other Details"},"content":{"rendered":"

Fundamental Rights are discussed in Articles 12 to 35 of the Indian Constitution, form the foundation of India’s democratic structure. These Fundamental Rights ensure essential freedoms and protect individuals from arbitrary state action. There are six fundamental rights, including the Right to Life, Right to Dignity, and Right to Education, which safeguard the dignity and liberty of every citizen. Recognized as a crucial part of the Constitution, Part III of the Indian Constitution is often referred to as the “Magna Carta of India” due to its role in upholding justice, equality, and personal freedoms.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fundamental Rights<\/b><\/h2>\n

The Fundamental Rights of Indian Constitution are applied to all individuals, ensuring equality and protection without discrimination. These rights were introduced to ensure equality, freedom, and protection for all individuals, regardless of background and preventing any misuse of power by the state. The Fundamental Rights ensures that the country is governed by laws, not by individuals, protecting citizens from arbitrary actions by the authorities.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fundamental Rights of Indian Constitution<\/b><\/h2>\n

Initially, The Indian Constitution includes 7 Fundamental Rights. The Right to Property was originally a Fundamental Right, but was removed by the 44th Constitutional Amendment Act of 1978. It is now classified as a legal right under Article 300-A in Part XII of the Constitution.<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Right to Equality (Articles 14 to 18): <\/b>Ensures equal treatment before the law and prohibits discrimination.<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Right to Freedom (Articles 19 to 22): <\/b>Grants freedoms such as speech, expression, and movement while protecting individuals’ rights in legal matters.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Right Against Exploitation (Articles 23 to 24): <\/b>Prohibits human trafficking, forced labor, and child labor.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25 to 28):<\/b> Guarantees the freedom to practice, profess, and propagate any religion.<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Cultural and Educational Rights (Articles 29 to 30):<\/b> Protects the cultural and educational rights of minorities.<\/span><\/li>\n
  6. Right to Constitutional Remedies (Articles 32 to 35):<\/b> Empowers citizens to seek enforcement of Fundamental Rights through the Supreme Court and High Courts.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    List of Fundamental Rights of Indian Constitution<\/b><\/h2>\n

    The Fundamental Rights of India are discussed in Part III of the Constitution (Articles 12 to 35). These rights serve as essential safeguards, ensuring the protection of individuals from any unjust actions by the state.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    List of Fundamental Rights of Indian Constitution<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Fundamental Rights<\/strong><\/td>\nArticles<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
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    Right to equality\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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    (a) Article 14 – Equal protection of laws and Equality before law.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (b) Article 15 – Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, caste, sex, place of birth or race.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (c) Article 16 – Equality of opportunity in terms of public employment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (d) Article 17 – Abolition of untouchability and prohibition of its practice.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (e) Article 18 – Abolition of titles except military and academic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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    Right to freedom<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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    (a) Article 19 – Protection of six rights regarding freedom of:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (i) speech and expression,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (ii) assembly,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (iii) association,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (iv) movement,\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (v) residence, and\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (vi) profession<\/span><\/p>\n

    (b) Article 20 – Protection in a conviction for offences.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (c) Article 21 – Protection of life and personal liberty.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (d)Article 21A –\u00a0 Right to elementary education.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (e) Article 22 –\u00a0 Protection against arrest and detention in certain cases.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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    Right against exploitation\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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    (a) Article 23 – Prohibition of traffic in forced labour and human beings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (b) Article 24 – Prohibition of employment of children in Companies and factories, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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    Right to freedom of religion\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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    (a) Article 25 – Freedom of conscience and free profession, practice and propagation of religion.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (b) Article 26 – Freedom to manage religious affairs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (c) Article 27 – Freedom from payment of taxes for promotion of any religion or religious affairs.<\/span><\/p>\n

    (d) Article 28 – Freedom from attending religious instruction or worship in certain educational institutions\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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    Cultural and educational rights<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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    (a) Article 29 – Protection of language, script and culture of minorities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    (b) Article 30 – Rights of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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    Right to constitutional remedies<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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    (a) Article 32 – Right to move the Supreme Court for the enforcement of fundamental rights including the writs of\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    1. Habeas corpus,<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Mandamus,<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Prohibition,<\/span><\/li>\n
    4. Certiorari,<\/span><\/li>\n
    5. Quo Warranto<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      (b) Article 33 – Provides the Parliament with the authority to limit or abolish the fundamental rights of \u201cMembers of the Armed Forces, paramilitary forces, police forces, intelligence agencies, and analogous forces\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n

      (c) Article 34 – Provides for the restrictions on fundamental rights while martial law(military rule) is in force.<\/span><\/p>\n

      (d) Article 35 – Empowers the Parliament to make laws on Fundamental Rights.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

      Fundamental Rights in India<\/b><\/h2>\n

      The Indian Constitution grants its citizens 6 Fundamental Rights, ensuring justice, equality, and freedom in various aspects of life. Below is a detailed breakdown of these rights:<\/span><\/p>\n

      Right to Equality (Articles 14\u201318)<\/b><\/h3>\n

      Right to Equality guarantees that all individuals are treated equally under the law and enjoy equal protection. <\/span>It prohibits discrimination based on religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.\u00a0<\/span>It ensures equal opportunities in public employment, abolishes untouchability, and prohibits the use of titles except for military and academic distinctions.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Right to Freedom (Articles 19\u201322)<\/b><\/h3>\n

      Right to Freedom includes safeguards against arbitrary punishment and unlawful detention. The State is also responsible for providing free and compulsory education to children aged 6 to 14 years. These freedoms include freedom of speech and expressions, residence, movement, information, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Right Against Exploitation (Articles 23\u201324)<\/b><\/h3>\n

      Right Against Exploitation protects individuals from forced labor, human trafficking, and child labor. It strictly prohibits children under 14 years of age from working in hazardous industries, such as factories and mines.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Right to Freedom of Religion (Articles 25\u201328)<\/b><\/h3>\n

      Every individual in India has the freedom to practice, profess, and propagate any religion of their choice. Religious groups also have the right to: <\/span>Establish and manage religious institutions, <\/span>Handle their religious affairs independently, <\/span>Own and manage property for religious purposes and <\/span>Be exempt from paying taxes specifically for religious promotion<\/span><\/p>\n

      Cultural and Educational Rights (Articles 29\u201330)<\/b><\/h3>\n

      Cultural and Educational Rights safeguard the cultural, linguistic, and educational interests of minorities. They ensure: <\/span>The right to preserve one\u2019s language, culture, and heritage, <\/span>Equal access to educational institutions without discrimination and <\/span>te right of minorities to establish and administer their own educational institutions<\/span><\/p>\n

      Right to Constitutional Remedies (Articles 32\u201335)<\/b><\/h3>\n

      Right to Constitutional Remedies is called the “Heart and Soul of the Constitution” as it empowers citizens to approach the courts if their fundamental rights are violated. Under this, the Supreme Court (Article 32) and High Courts (Article 226) can issue five types of writs to protect rights:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      1. Habeas Corpus \u2013 To prevent unlawful detention.<\/span><\/li>\n
      2. Mandamus \u2013 To compel a public official to perform their duty.<\/span><\/li>\n
      3. Prohibition \u2013 To stop lower courts from exceeding their jurisdiction.<\/span><\/li>\n
      4. Certiorari \u2013 To quash an illegal order or decision of a lower court.<\/span><\/li>\n
      5. Quo Warranto \u2013 To challenge a person\u2019s authority in holding a public office.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Fundamental Rights Features<\/b><\/h2>\n

        The major features of the fundamental rights as given in the Constitution of India are:<\/p>\n

        1. Rights Apply for Indian Citizens Only<\/b><\/h3>\n

        Apart from Fundamental Rights, the Indian Constitution provides certain rights that are applicable only for Indian citizens and not for foreigners which includes the below mentioned rights. The rights that are only applicable for the citizens of India and not any alien are:<\/span><\/p>\n

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        • Article 15: Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth\u00a0<\/li>\n
        • Article 16: Equality of opportunity in matters of public employment\u00a0<\/li>\n
        • Article 19: Protection of six rights regarding freedom of : speech and expression, assembly, association, movement, residence, and profession<\/li>\n
        • Article 21: Protection of life and personal liberty<\/li>\n
        • Article 30: Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          2. Rights Apply for Everyone<\/b><\/h3>\n

          The rights that apply to Indian Citizens as well as any foreigner aliens are listed below:<\/p>\n

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          • Article 14: Equality before the law and equal protection of laws\u00a0<\/li>\n
          • Article 20: Protection in respect of conviction for offences\u00a0<\/li>\n
          • Article 21: Protection of life and personal liberty\u00a0<\/li>\n
          • Article 22: Protection against arrest and detention in certain cases\u00a0<\/li>\n
          • Article 23: Prohibition of traffic in human beings and forced labour.<\/li>\n
          • Article 24: Prohibition of employment of children in factories etc.<\/li>\n
          • Article 25: Freedom of conscience and free profession, practice and propagation of religion\u00a0<\/li>\n
          • Article 26: Freedom to manage religious affairs.<\/li>\n
          • Article 27: Freedom from payment of taxes for promotion of any religion<\/li>\n
          • Article 28: Freedom from attending religious instruction or worship in certain educational institutions)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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