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Question

What is the primary objective of Article 49 of the Indian Constitution?

  1. Promote village industries
  2. Protect the environment and wildlife
  3. Provide free legal aid to the poor
  4. Protect monuments and places of national importance

Answer:

Option D: Protect monuments and places of national importance

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Protect monuments and places of national importance”.

Article 49 mandates the State to protect monuments, places, and objects of artistic or historic interest, which are declared of national importance.