Role of Family and Society — Ethical Standards

Entry	Year	Description	Impact
86th Amendment Act	2002	Inserted Article 21A, making education a Fundamental Right for children aged 6 to 14 years. Also amended Article 45 and Article 51A.	Elevated the Right to Education to a fundamental right, thereby strengthening the state's and society's formal role in value transmission and character building through schooling. It also added a new fundamental duty (51A(k)) for parents/guardians to provide education, underscoring the family's continued responsibility.
42nd Amendment Act	1976	Added Part IVA (Fundamental Duties) to the Constitution, comprising Article 51A.	Introduced a set of ten Fundamental Duties for citizens, implicitly recognizing the role of family and society in inculcating civic values, patriotism, and a sense of collective responsibility. These duties serve as a moral compass, guiding individuals towards ethical conduct and national character, which are primarily nurtured within the family and reinforced by societal institutions.