A
2 only
B
Both 1 and 2
C
Neither 1 nor 2
D
1 only
Correct answer: (d) 1 only
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct because the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971 explicitly covers the National Flag, Constitution, and National Anthem. Statement 2 is incorrect because Fundamental Duties under Article 51A are non-enforceable unless backed by specific parliamentary legislation. Thus, only statement 1 is correct.
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