PRESERVATION OF NATIONAL HERITAGE – A CONSTITUTIONAL MANDATE

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  • Meghna Menda 3rd Year BA LLB Student, School of Law, Christ (Deemed to be University) Author

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Abstract

Heritage is the identity of a state. It features a belonging to the culture of a particular society, such as traditions, languages, or buildings that were created in the past and still have historical importance. Cultural and natural heritage of outstanding universal value is the common heritage of humanity. Everyone’s cultural right and right to quality environment are recognized by Human Rights law. Right to development as an inalienable human right includes cultural well being. Preservation of heritage, however formidable it may appear, is an inevitable responsibility. 

The Preservation of National Heritage is a duty imposed by the Constitution of India under Article 51 A, Fundamental Duties, - Article 51 A (f) - ‘It shall be the duty of every citizen of India to value and preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture.’ Fundamental Duties are mandated provisions of the Constitution. It is a duty imposed upon every citizen. 

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19-04-2018

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Meghna Menda. “PRESERVATION OF NATIONAL HERITAGE – A CONSTITUTIONAL MANDATE”. Journal of Legal Studies & Research, vol. 4, no. 2, Apr. 2018, pp. 108-17, https://journal.thelawbrigade.com/jlsr/article/view/2119.