1.6   Fundamental Rights

. Fundamental Rights The Fundamental Rights are enshrined in Part III of the Constitution from Articles to . In this regard, the framers of the Constitution derived inspiration from the Constitution of USA. Originally, the Constitution provided for seven Fundamental Rights. At present, there are only six Fundamental Rights. Part III of the Constitution is rightly described as the Magna Carta of India. While Fundamental Rights are available to all persons, certain Fundamental Rights are available only to Indian Citizens. Right to constitutional remedies (Articles - ) A writ is an order or command issued by a court in writing under its seal. It is in the nature of a command or prohibition from performing certain acts that are specified in the orders of the court. Both the Supreme Court and the High Courts are empowered to issue five kinds of writs. That is why the Supreme Court is called Differences between Fundamental Rights and Directive Principles of State Policy Fundamental Rights Directive Principles of State Policy It was derived from the Constitution of the USA. It was drawn on the model of the Constitution of Ireland. Even the Government cannot take away or abridge these rights. These are mere instructions to the Government. These are enforceable by a court of law. These are not enforceable in any court. These have legal sanctions. These have moral and political sanctions. These rights strengthen political democracy in the country. The implementation of these principles ensures social and economic democracy. Indian Constitution Right to Property (Art. ) was deleted from the list of Fundamental Rights by the th Amendment Act, . It is made a legal right under Article -A in Part XII of the Constitution. V i o l a t i o n of which Fundamental right is associated with the theme depicted in the stamps? I. RIGHT TO EQUALITY Art. - Equality before law. Art. - Prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. Art. - Equality of