Which of these statements about the relationship between democracy and rights is more valid? Give reasons for your preference.
a. Every country that is a democracy gives rights to its citizens.
b. Every country that gives rights to its citizens is a democracy.
c. Giving rights is good, but it is not necessary for a democracy.
a. Every country that is a democracy gives rights to its citizens as the basic characteristic of being a democratic country is to focus on its citizens and work for their welfare. However, the country that gives rights to its citizens may or may not be democratic.
Answered by Vishal kumar | 2 years agoWhen Madhurima went to the property registration office, the exercises Registrar told her, “You can’t write your name as Madhurima Banerjee d/o A. K. Banerjee. You are married, so you must give your husband’s name. Your husband’s surname is Rao. So your name should be changed to Madhurima Rao.” She did not agree. She said, “If my husband’s name has not changed after marriage, why should mine?” In your opinion, who is right in this dispute? And why?
Manoj went to a college to apply for admission into an MBA course. The clerk refused to take his application and said “You, the son of a sweeper, wish to be a manager! Has anyone done this job in your community? Go to the municipality office and apply for a sweeper’s position”. Which of Manoj’s fundamental rights are being violated in this instance? Spell these out in a letter from Manoj to the district collector.
Are these restrictions on the right to freedom justified? Give reasons for your answer.
a. Indian citizens need permission to visit some border areas of the country for reasons of security.
b. Outsiders are not allowed to buy property in some areas to protect the interest of the local population.
c. The government bans the publication of a book that can go against the ruling party in the next elections
Name the Fundamental Right under which each of the following rights falls:
a. Freedom to propagate one’s religion
b. Right to life
c. Abolition of untouchability
d. Ban on bonded labour
Which of the following rights is available under the Indian Constitution?
a. Right to work
b. Right to an adequate livelihood
c. Right to protect one’s culture
d. Right to privacy