Correct option is A
The correct chronological order in which these provisions were incorporated into the Constitution of India through amendments is as follows:
1.
Free Legal Aid (Part of Directive Principles of State Policy, Article 39A) was introduced by the 42nd Amendment in 1976.
2.
Certificate for appeal to Supreme Court (Provision for Special Leave Petition under Article 134A) was introduced by the 44th Amendment in 1978.
3.
Nagar Palika Act (73rd and 74th Amendments, related to Panchayati Raj Institutions and Municipalities) were introduced in 1992.
4.
Right to Education as Fundamental Right (Article 21A) was introduced by the 86th Amendment in 2002.
Thus, the correct order is:
(4) Free Legal Aid, (2) Certificate for appeal to Supreme Court, (3) Nagar Palika Act, (1) Right to education as fundamental right.
Explanation:
1.
Free Legal Aid (1976, 42nd Amendment): Article 39A was introduced to promote justice on the basis of equal opportunity and provide free legal aid.
2.
Certificate for Appeal to Supreme Court (1978, 44th Amendment): Article 134A was added, enabling the High Courts to grant certificates for appeal to the Supreme Court.
3.
Nagar Palika Act (1992, 73rd and 74th Amendments): Strengthened local self-government by introducing the provisions related to Panchayati Raj Institutions and Municipalities.
4.
Right to Education (2002, 86th Amendment): Made education a fundamental right for children between 6 and 14 years under Article 21A.
Additional Information:
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42nd Amendment (1976): Also known as the "Mini-Constitution," introduced significant changes to the Constitution, including the addition of Article 39A.
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44th Amendment (1978): Revoked some of the changes made by the 42nd Amendment and added Article 134A.
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73rd and 74th Amendments (1992): Brought about constitutional recognition and protection to Panchayats and Municipalities.
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86th Amendment (2002): Recognized the Right to Education as a fundamental right, marking a significant step towards achieving universal education.
