Previous year MCQs

UPPSC 2015 GS-I Indian Polity
Question

Which of the following Fundamental Rights under the Constitution is guaranteed only to the citizens of India and not to foreigners living in India?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Freedom of speech and expression

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Freedom of speech and expression”.

Fundamental Rights Available Only to Indian Citizens
Article Right Description
Article 15 Prohibition of Discrimination Prohibits discrimination against citizens on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.
Article 16 Equality of Opportunity in Public Employment Ensures equal opportunity for all citizens in matters of public employment.
Article 19 Freedom of Speech and Expression Guarantees the freedom of speech and expression to all citizens.
Article 29 Protection of Interests of Minorities Protects the rights of minorities to conserve their culture, language, or script.
Article 30 Right of Minorities to Establish and Administer Educational Institutions Gives minorities the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice.

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