⚖️ Polity & GovernanceUPSC 1999Salient Features of RPA

A British citizen staying in India cannot claim the right to:

aFreedom of trade and profession
bEquality before the Law
cProtection of life and personal liberty
dFreedom of religion
✓ Correct answer: a) Freedom of trade and profession
ExplanationCertain rights under the Indian Constitution are available only to Indian citizens and are not extended to foreign nationals or non-citizens.These rights are provided under Article 15,16,19,29 and30. Article 19(1)(g) gives Indian citizens the right to practice any profession, or to carry on any occupation, trade, or business.However, foreign nationals (including a British citizen) do not have this right under the Indian Constitution.67

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