Expanding Scope of Rights
The chapter discusses the significance of rights, focusing on the fundamental rights granted by the Constitution. While these rights are the source of all rights, the scope of rights has expanded over time, leading to legal rights and court judgments. Rights such as freedom of press, information, and education are derived from these Fundamental Rights. In India, school education has become a right for citizens, and governments provide free and compulsory education to children up to 14 years old. The Supreme Court has expanded the meaning of the right to life to include food. Other rights, such as property and voting rights, are also constitutional. Human rights, universal moral claims, are also expanding due to the expansion of democracy and international covenants. The chapter concludes by discussing the idea of making the right to work, health, minimum livelihood, and privacy fundamental rights in India.
NCERT Revision Notes Class-9 Civics Chapter 5: Democratic Rights
NCERT Class-9 Civics Chapter-5: Democratic Rights discusses that democratic rights are the basic liberties that are given to citizens in a democratic society. They include the right to vote, express oneself, assemble peacefully, and obtain information. These rights ensure individual participation and representation in the government, which promotes equality, justice, and the rule of law. Protecting democratic rights is critical for maintaining a functioning and equitable democratic system, encouraging civic engagement, and protecting human dignity.
Table of Content
- Overview
- Life Without Rights
- Rights in a Democracy
- Rights in the Indian Constitution
- Expanding Scope of Rights