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What are ‘fundamental duties’ as stipulated in the Constitution of India? State its salient features.

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Part IV(A) – Article 51 A of the Constitution prescribes fundamental duties of every citizen. In that, certain conduct and behavior are expected of the citizens.

The salient features of fundamental duties are given below.

• The fundamental duties cannot be enforced in a court of law for violation of the duties, and no one can be punished for the violation.

• Fundamental duties contain standards to be followed by the citizens.

• They remind citizens not to behave irresponsibly but help building a free, democratic and strong society.

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