How does the Indian polity ensure the protection of citizens' fundamental rights
Description: Explore the constitutional provisions and mechanisms in place to safeguard the fundamental rights of Indian citizens.
- The Indian polity ensures the protection of citizens' fundamental rights through various constitutional provisions and mechanisms.
- The Constitution of India, in its Part III, guarantees fundamental rights to all citizens, such as the right to equality, freedom of speech and expression, freedom of religion, right to education, and right against exploitation.
- The Fundamental Rights are justiciable, which means citizens can approach courts if their rights are violated.
- The Constitution also establishes an independent judiciary to protect and enforce fundamental rights. The judiciary acts as a check on the actions of the government and ensures citizens' rights are upheld.
- Additionally, the Constitution provides for the writs, such as habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, quo warranto, and certiorari, which can be used to safeguard fundamental rights by seeking legal remedies.
- The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) and State Human Rights Commissions (SHRCs) play a significant role in protecting citizens' fundamental rights. These institutions investigate complaints of human rights violations and promote awareness about human rights.
- The Parliament and State Legislatures can introduce laws to safeguard fundamental rights or modify existing ones as per changing societal needs.
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