Previous Year Question

Article 19 of the Constitution of India guarantees several freedoms to citizens. Under Article 19(1)(a), all citizens have the right to freedom of speech and expression.

At present, Article 19(1) contains six principal freedoms: freedom of speech and expression; peaceful assembly without arms; formation of associations, unions or co-operative societies; free movement throughout India; residence and settlement in any part of India; and practising any profession or carrying on any occupation, trade or business.

The other options belong to different Fundamental Rights. The Right to Constitutional Remedies is under Article 32, the Right against Exploitation is covered by Articles 23 and 24, and the Right to Freedom of Religion is mainly contained in Articles 25 to 28. The official contents of the Constitution place these rights under their respective Articles.