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The Fundamental Duties mentioned in Part IVA of the Constitution have been subjected to criticism on the basis of the following:
a) The list of duties is not exhaustive since some key duties are found amiss like casting vote, family planning etc.
b) Duties as enshrined in the Constitution represent no consistent underlying theme.
c) They have been criticized as being vague, ambiguous and mere moral percepts having little practical value due to their non-enforceable character. For instance, following the noble ideals of the freedom struggle, the phrase ‘composite culture’ etc.
d) Some critics feel that it would have been more appropriate to include duties alongside FRs since adding Fundamental Duties in a separate part of the Constitution has reduced their value.