Article 32 protects other Fundamental rights of the citizens of India and is regarded as the ‘heart and soul of the constitution’. Comment

Topic: Indian Constitution– historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure

3. Article 32 protects other Fundamental rights of the citizens of India and is regarded as the ‘heart and soul of the constitution’. Comment (150 Words)

Difficulty Level: Moderate

Reference: Polity by M. Laxmikanth

Why the question:

The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 2 and mentioned as part of Mission-2022 Secure timetable

Key Demand of the question:

The importance of Article 32, and its provisions

Directive word:

Comment– here we must express our knowledge and understanding of the issue and form an overall opinion thereupon

 Structure of the answer:

Introduction:

Brief on Article 32, and any opinion statement regarding it

Body:

First, mention the provision related to Article 32

Then, elaborate on how these provisions protect other fundamental rights

Further, link any Supreme Court Judgement on the importance to Article 32

Conclusion:

A relevant summarising statement