Correct Option
The Fundamental Duties were incorporated into the Indian Constitution by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976, based on the recommendations of the Swaran Singh Committee. These duties are enumerated in Article 51A.
- Statement 1: "To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture" is a Fundamental Duty under Article 51A(f).
- Statement 3: "To develop the scientific temper and spirit of inquiry" is a Fundamental Duty under Article 51A(h), which also includes humanism and the spirit of reform.
- Statement 4: "To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity" is a Fundamental Duty under Article 51A(j), aiming for the nation's constant rise to higher levels of endeavour and achievement.
Incorrect Options
- Statement 2: "To protect the weaker sections from social injustice" is not listed as a Fundamental Duty under Article 51A. While the protection of weaker sections is a significant constitutional objective, it is primarily addressed under the Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP), such as Article 39 and Article 46, which mandate the State to promote the educational and economic interests of the weaker sections and protect them from social injustice and exploitation.
- Option (a) is incorrect because it includes Statement 2.
- Option (b) is incorrect because it only includes Statement 2, which is not a Fundamental Duty.
- Option (d) is incorrect because it includes Statement 2.