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GS Paper IUPSC Prelims 1996
Fundamental Rights & DPSP
Question No. 68Interactive Test Mode
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Q68. Consider the following statements: No one can be compelled to sing the National Anthem since: 1. it will be violative of the Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression 2. it will be violative of the Right to the Freedom of Conscience and practise and propagation of religion 3. there is no legal provision obliging anyone to sing the National Anthem

Consider the following statements: No one can be compelled to sing the National Anthem since:

  1. it will be violative of the Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression
  2. it will be violative of the Right to the Freedom of Conscience and practise and propagation of religion
  3. there is no legal provision obliging anyone to sing the National Anthem
Select the correct option below (or cross out options to eliminate)
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Official UPSC Answer KeyUPSC Prelims 1996 • Polity

Correct Answer: Option (C) — 1, 2 and 3 are correct

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In the landmark case of Bijoe Emmanuel v. State of Kerala (1986), the Supreme Court ruled:

  • Statement 1 is correct: Compelling someone to sing the national anthem violates the right to freedom of speech and expression (Article 19(1)(a)), which includes the right to remain silent.
  • Statement 2 is correct: Forcing individuals to sing against their religious convictions violates Article 25 (freedom of conscience and religion).
  • Statement 3 is correct: There is no statutory legal provision compelling an individual to sing the National Anthem, as long as proper respect is shown by standing up respectfully.
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Question Specifications & Syllabus Mapping

Examination & YearUPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination 1996 (Q68)
Paper & Marking SchemeGS Paper I • 2 Marks (-0.66 Negative for incorrect response)
Syllabus Subject & TopicPolity → Fundamental Rights & DPSP
Official Answer KeyOption (C) — (c) 1, 2 and 3 are correct

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What is the official answer for UPSC Prelims 1996 GS Paper I Question 68 (Polity)?

The official UPSC answer key for this 1996 Polity (Fundamental Rights & DPSP) question is Option (C): "(c) 1, 2 and 3 are correct". Correct attempts carry 2 Marks with -0.66 Negative penalty for wrong answers.

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