OPSC OAS 2024 PrelimsPolityQuestion 2
Solved previous year question from the OPSC OAS/OCS 2024 Preliminary Examination (General Studies), with the official answer key and a detailed explanation.
Question
Which of the following fundamental rights is available only to Indian citizens and not to foreigners?
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Answer & Explanation
Correct answer: (B) Freedom of Speech and Expression (Article 19)
Article 19 guarantees six freedoms exclusively to citizens of India, not to foreigners:
- Freedom of speech and expression
- Freedom of assembly
- Freedom of association
- Freedom of movement
- Freedom of residence
- Freedom of profession, occupation, trade, or business
Classification of Rights
Available ONLY to Citizens
- Article 15, 16, 19, 29, 30
Available to ALL persons (Citizens + Foreigners)
- (A) Article 14 – Equality before law
- (C) Article 20 – Protection against conviction for offences
- (D) Article 21 – Right to life and personal liberty
- Articles 20-22 (relating to personal liberty and protection from arbitrary state action)
