The characteristics of the "Fundamental Rights" are taken from _______.

The correct answer is Constitution of the United States.

Key Points

• The authors of the Constitution took inspiration from other international constitutions for a number of its aspects.
• The American Constitution served as a template for India's Fundamental Rights.
• Other significant elements, such as the Written Constitution, the President's role as the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and others, are drawn from the constitutions of other nations.
• Fundamental rights are basic rights provided to the people in order to live with dignity and integrity.
• They are protected by the Indian Constitution's Part III.
• Other elements taken from the US Constitution include
  • an independent judiciary and judicial review,
  • impeachment of the president,
  • removal of justices from the Supreme Court and High Court, and
  • the Vice-presidential position.

Additional Information

• Elements taken from the Australian constitution include:
  • Concurrent list
  • Freedom of trade
  • Commerce and intercourse
  • Joint sitting of the Upper and Lower House.
• Elements taken from the British constitution include:
  • Parliamentary Form of Government
  • Rule of law
  • Legislative procedure
  • Single Citizenship
  • Cabinet system
  • Prerogative writs
  • Bicameralism
• Elements taken from the Ireland constitution include:
  • Directive Principles of State Policy
  • Nomination of Rajya Sabha members
  • Method of Election of the President