Read the statements below carefully and identify which key features / values in the Constitution of India are reflected in each statement.
Sheena, Rajat, and Harsh are standing in a line. They are excited to cast their first vote in the general elections.
This statement reflects the Democratic nature of the Constitution. In a democracy, all adult citizens have the equal right to vote and elect their representatives. The Preamble describes India as a Democratic Republic where people enjoy equal political rights and elect their rulers.
Radha, Imon, and Harpreet study in the same class in the same school.
This statement reflects the Right to Education (Article 21-A) and the value of Equality. The Constitution guarantees that all children have the right to education regardless of their background, religion, or gender. It shows equal opportunity for all children.
Parents must make arrangements to ensure their children's education.
This statement reflects Fundamental Duties. The Constitution states that if a parent or guardian, they must provide opportunities for education to their child or ward between the age of six and fourteen years. This is listed as one of the Fundamental Duties of citizens.
People of all castes, genders, and religions can use the village well.
This statement reflects the Right to Equality and the value of Equality. The Constitution prohibits discrimination on grounds of caste, religion, and gender. All citizens are equal before the law and should have equal access to public facilities and resources.
Explanation
(a) The chapter explains that 'Democratic' means a form of government where people enjoy equal political rights, elect their rulers, and hold them accountable. Universal adult franchise was provided to all citizens from the beginning. (b) The chapter mentions Article 21-A (Right to Education) as a Fundamental Right. The infographic on page 14 shows this as one of the Fundamental Rights. Equality means all are equal before the law and should have equal opportunity. (c) The chapter lists Fundamental Duties on page 14, including: 'if a parent or guardian, to provide opportunities for education to his or her child or, as the case may be, ward between the age of six and fourteen years.' (d) The chapter explains that Justice means citizens cannot be discriminated on grounds of caste, religion and gender. The Right to Equality (Article 14 - Equality before law) is mentioned as a Fundamental Right. Social inequalities have to be reduced.