Question

The fundamental duties have been taken from which country?

Answer 1

The fundamental duties are the moral obligations of all citizens to help promote a spirit of patriotism and to uphold the unity of India. These duties set in part IV-A of the Constitution, concern individuals and the nation. They are not legally enforceable.Fundamental Duties of an Indian Citizen. To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals and institutions, the National Flag and the National Anthem. To cherish and follow the noble ideals which inspired our national struggle for freedom. To uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity and integrity of India.11 Fundamental duties

Originally, the Constitution of India did not contain these duties. Fundamental duties were added by 42nd and 86th Constitutional Amendment acts. As of now there are 11 Fundamental duties.

Answer 2

The concept of fundamental duties is not unique to India. Erstwhile USSR, Japan, Vietnam to name a few, have listed down fundamental duties. Fundamental duties adopted in the Constitution are unique to India and not borrowed from any country based on the value system of India and way of life, existing for centuries.  

• The fundamental duties of India are  

• Right to equality

• Right to freedom  

• Right to freedom of religion

• Cultural and educational rights

• Right to constitutional remedies

• Right against exploitation