Which right has been abolished by the 44th Amendment Act, 1978?

Which right has been abolished by the 44th Amendment Act, 1978? Correct Answer Right to Property

The correct answer is Right to Property.

Key Points

  • The 44th Constitutional amendment act 1978 deleted the right to property from the list of Fundamental Rights.
  • Right to Property is no more a fundamental right, only a legal right.
  • The right to property was listed under article 31 before its deletion.
  • At the present right to property is listed under article 300A as a legal right.
  • In the original constitution, there were seven categories of fundamental rights in India.
  • After the deletion of the Right to the property by the 44th amendment, it was reduced to six.

Additional Information 

  • Now there are six categories of fundamental rights in India.
    • Right to Equality.
    • Right to Freedom.
    • Right against Exploitation.
    • Right to Freedom of Religion.
    • Cultural and Educational Rights.
    • Right to Constitutional Remedies.

Important Points

  •  Fundamental rights are justiciable.
  • The Supreme court and the High Courts are considered as the guardians of Fundamental rights in India.

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