General Studies MCQs

Question

The six Fundamental Rights guaranteed under Article 19 can be suspended only during an emergency declared on which ground?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: War or external aggression

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “War or external aggression”.
The six Fundamental Rights under Article 19 (Right to Freedom) can be suspended only when a National Emergency is declared on the grounds of war or external aggression and not on armed rebellion.

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