| 1 | Respect the Constitution of India, its goals and institutions, and the National Anthem and Flag | 51A(a) |
| 2 | Respect and uphold the principles that inspired India’s freedom struggle | 51A(b) |
| 3 | Uphold and defend India’s independence, unity, and integrity | 51A(c) |
| 4 | When required, defend the nation and perform national service | 51A(d) |
| 5 | Promote harmony and a sense of common brotherhood among all Indians | 51A(e) |
| 6 | Value and safeguard the nation’s rich cultural heritage | 51A(f) |
| 7 | Preserve and enhance the natural environment including forests, lakes, rivers, wildlife; show compassion to living beings | 51A(g) |
| 8 | Develop a humanistic outlook, scientific temper, and spirit of reform | 51A(h) |
| 9 | Protect public property and avoid violence | 51A(i) |
| 10 | Strive towards excellence in all spheres of personal and collective activity, so the nation constantly rises to higher levels of achievement | 51A(j) |
| 11 | Provide educational opportunities to children aged 6–14 (added by 86th Amendment, 2002) | 51A(k) |