Which one among the following is not a fundamental duty ?

Fundamental Duties are enshrined in Article 51A of the Indian Constitution, added by the 42nd Amendment Act, 1976 [1]. Option 1 is a fundamental duty under Article 51A(a), which mandates citizens to abide by the Constitution and respect the National Flag and National Anthem [1]. Option 2 is a fundamental duty under Article 51A(i), requiring citizens to safeguard public property and abjure violence [3]. Option 3 is a fundamental duty under Article 51A(c), which directs citizens to uphold and protect the sovereignty, unity, and integrity of India [1]. While Article 51A(d) states that citizens should 'defend the country and render national service when called upon to do so', it does not explicitly mandate 'compulsory military service' [1]. India currently does not have a system of conscription or compulsory military service, making Option 4 the correct answer as it is not a listed fundamental duty.

Sources

1. [1] Introduction to the Constitution of India, D. D. Basu (26th ed.). > Chapter 8: FUNDAMENTAL RIGHTS AND FUNDAMENTAL DUTIES > Fundamental Duties. > p. 161
2. [3] https://sansadtv.nic.in/episode/in-depth-fundamental-duties-in-india-article-51a-15-november-2024