Q1. Which of the following is NOT protected under Article 19 of the Indian Constitution?
- Right to freedom of speech and expression
- Right to acquire, hold, and dispose of property
- Right to form associations or unions
- Right to move freely throughout India
Correct Option: 2. Right to acquire, hold, and dispose of property.
Explanation: Originally a part of Article 19, the right to property was removed by the 44th Amendment Act of 1978. It is now a legal right under Article 300A, not a fundamental right.
Q2. Freedom of speech under Article 19(1)(a) includes which of the following?
- Right to silence
- Right to privacy
- Right to bear arms
- Right to strike
Correct Option: 1. Right to silence.
Explanation: The Supreme Court has held that the freedom of speech includes the right not to speak, which is interpreted as the right to silence. However, right to strike is not included.
Q3. Which of the following is a ground on which the State can impose reasonable restrictions on freedom of speech?
- Economic inequality
- Election results
- Public order
- Educational qualifications
Correct Option: 3. Public order
Explanation: The Constitution allows the State to restrict freedom of speech on grounds like public order, sovereignty, decency, defamation, etc., as listed in Article 19(2).
Q4. The right to form trade unions is guaranteed under which Article?
- Article 16
- Article 21
- Article 19(1)(c)
- Article 22
Correct Option: 3. Article 19(1)(c)
Explanation: Article 19(1)(c) guarantees the right to form associations, unions, or cooperative societies. This includes trade unions, although the right to strike is not guaranteed.
Q5. Which Article protects citizens from being prosecuted and punished for the same offence twice?
- Article 19
- Article 20(2)
- Article 21
- Article 22
Correct Option: 2. Article 20(2)
Explanation: Article 20(2) provides protection against double jeopardy, meaning no person can be prosecuted and punished for the same offence more than once.