From which Constitution has the Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution drawn?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) United States.

Explanation:
The concept of Fundamental Rights in the Indian Constitution is inspired by the Bill of Rights enshrined in the United States Constitution. These rights ensure the protection of individual liberties and serve as a cornerstone for safeguarding democracy in India. The Indian Fundamental Rights are enshrined in Part III of the Constitution (Articles 12 to 35) and became effective on 26th January 1950.

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Key Features of Fundamental Rights in India:

• Provide civil liberties and protect individuals from the arbitrary actions of the state.
• Include rights such as equality, freedom, protection from exploitation, religious freedom, cultural and educational rights, and constitutional remedies.

Influence of the United States Constitution:

• The Bill of Rights in the U.S. Constitution (adopted in 1791) inspired India's focus on individual rights.
• Both systems emphasize fundamental freedoms like freedom of speech, equality before the law, and the right to constitutional remedies.

Articles Related to Fundamental Rights:

• Article 14: Equality before the law.
• Article 19: Freedom of speech and expression.
• Article 21: Protection of life and personal liberty.
• Article 32: Right to constitutional remedies (called the heart and soul of the Constitution by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar).

Additional Information:

• Britain: Parliamentary system, Rule of Law, and Single Citizenship.
• Switzerland: Directive Principles of State Policy (partly).
• Soviet Union: Fundamental Duties and Five-Year Plans.