The idea of Fundamental Duties was borrowed from the constitution of which country?
Correct Answer: USSR
Subject: Polity
Explanation: The concept of Fundamental Duties is inspired by the Constitution of Russia (the then USSR). Through the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976, on the recommendation of the Swaran Singh Committee, a new Part IV-A and Article 51(A) were added to the Constitution.
Extra Info: Originally, there were 10 fundamental duties. Later, an 11th duty (related to education) was added through the 86th Constitutional Amendment Act in 2002.