Q.2 Examine the significance of fundamental duties in the context of the Indian Constitution. What are the issues with making the enforcement of rights contingent on adhering to the duties? (10 Marks)

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https://www.thehindu.com/opinion/lead/a-false-conflation-between-duties-and-rights/article37963993.ece
In the intro, mention a recent statement made by the minister advocating the integration of duties with the rights.
In the body mention the background of the introduction of fundamental duties in the Constitution through amendment and how these duties are non-enforceable.
In the next part, mention the issues with the proposal to treat the duties on par with the fundamental rights.
Conclude by mentioning the need to discuss the duties of the state that comes along with rights conferred on the citizens.

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