Other than the Fundamental Rights, which of the following parts of the Constitution of India reflect

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Other than the Fundamental Rights, which of the following parts of the Constitution of India reflect/reflects the principles and provisions of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948)?PreambleDirective Principles of State PolicyFundamental DutiesSelect the correct answer using the code given below:

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Correct Answer: D — 1, 2 and 3Step-by-step Solution:Preamble: Reflects human rights ideals — Justice (social, economic, political), Liberty (of thought, expression, belief, faith, worship), Equality (of status and opportunity), and Fraternity (dignity of individual). ✓Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP): Encompass economic, social, and cultural rights — right to work, education, public assistance, just and humane working conditions, etc. ✓Fundamental Duties: Article 51‑A(k) — duty of parents/guardians to provide education to children (reflecting Article 26 of UDHR). Other duties (protecting environment, national flag, etc.) also reflect human rights responsibilities. ✓Why other options are incorrect:Option A (1 and 2 only): Misses Fundamental Duties, which also reflect UDHR.Option B (2 only): Misses Preamble and Fundamental Duties.Option C (1 and 3 only): Misses DPSP.Key Concept: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948) is the “International Magna Carta”. India, as a founding UN member, was involved in its drafting. The Constitution of India reflects UDHR in its Preamble, Part III (Fundamental Rights), Part IV (DPSP), and Part IVA (Fundamental Duties).

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