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WBCS Preliminary Examination 2022 — General Studies · Question 101 of 200

Q101
Indian PolityPreamble, Fundamental Rights, DPSP & Duties
Who is the protector of the fundamental rights of a citizen?
  1. a.Legislature
  2. b.Judiciary
  3. c.Executive
  4. d.None of these

Answer: (B) Judiciary

The Judiciary is the guardian of Fundamental Rights in India. Under Article 32, citizens can approach the Supreme Court directly for enforcement of Fundamental Rights, and under Article 226, High Courts can issue writs. The Supreme Court is constitutionally designated as the protector of these rights.