UPSC Polity Question

Which of the following rights are available to an Indian citizen only? 1. Protection of language, script and culture of minorities 2. Protection in respect of conviction for offences 3. Equality of opportunity in matters of public employment 4. Protection against arrest and detention in certain cases 5. Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions 6. Freedom to manage religious affairs Select the correct answer using the code given below:

A. 1, 2, 3 and 4 only
B. 3, 5 and 6 only
C. 1, 3 and 5 only
D. 2, 4 and 5 only

Correct Answer:

C. 1, 3 and 5 only

Explanation:

The Fundamental Rights available only to citizens are: 1. Article 29: Protection of language, script, and culture of minorities. 3. Article 16: Equality of opportunity in public employment. 5. Article 30: Right of minorities to establish and administer educational institutions. Articles 20 (protection against conviction), 22 (protection against arrest), and 26 (freedom to manage religious affairs) are available to both citizens and non-citizens.

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