Minority in Indian Constitution
CMAT 2022 · General Knowledge · Medium · Indian Polity
Given below are two statements: Statement I: Indian Constitution uses the word 'minority' to mean 'any sections of citizens' having a distinct language, script or culture. Statement II: This may be a whole community living within a majority community.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
- A.
Both Statement I and Statement II are true
- B.
Both Statement I and Statement II are false
- C.
Statement I is true but Statement II is false
- D.
Statement I is false but Statement II is true
A
Explanation
Article 29(1) of the Indian Constitution grants any section of citizens residing in India having a distinct language, script, or culture the right to conserve the same. Both statements correctly describe the scope and interpretation of minority rights under constitutional law.
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