The Indian Constitution permits limits on rights that are described as 'reasonable restrictions'. Which property must such a restriction have?
AIt must be capable of being defended by reason and not be excessive
BIt must be approved by a two-thirds majority of Parliament
CIt must be imposed only after a national emergency
DIt must apply uniformly to citizens and to foreigners
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. It must be capable of being defended by reason and not be excessive
§2.4 says reasonable restrictions must be 'capable of being defended by reason, not excessive, not out of proportion'. The other thresholds are unrelated.
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