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Right to vote and to be elected in India is a

  1. A.Fundamental Right
  2. B.Natural Right
  3. C.Constitutional Right
  4. D.Legal Right
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: C. Constitutional Right

The Constitution of India, specifically Part XV dealing with Elections, establishes the right to vote and to be elected. While it is a fundamental aspect of representative democracy, it is not explicitly listed as a Fundamental Right under Part III of the Constitution. It is conferred by law and regulated by statutes, making it a Constitutional Right rather than a mere legal right or an inherent natural right.

Source: UPSC gs1 2017

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