The Indian Constitution guarantees a number of fundamental rights to its citizens. These rights are lay down in Part III of the Constitution and are considered to be the essential element of democratic governance in India. Some of the fundamental rights granted to citizens are:

Right to Equality :This includes the right to equality before law, prohibition of discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth, and equality of opportunity in matters of public employment.

Right to Freedom : This includes the right to freedom of speech and expression, freedom to assemble peacefully and without arms, freedom to form associations or unions, freedom to move freely throughout the territory of India, and freedom to practice any profession, occupation, trade or business.

Right against Exploitation: This includes the prohibition of trafficking in human beings, forced labor, and child labor.

Right to Freedom of Religion: This includes the right to freedom of conscience and the right to freely profess, practice and propagate any religion.

Cultural and Educational Rights: This includes the right of any section of citizens to conserve their culture, language or script, and the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their choice.

Right to Constitutional Remedies: This includes the right to move the Supreme Court or High 

These fundamental rights are justiciable, implying that citizens can move toward the courts for their requirement. The Constitution also provides for the suspension of these rights during crises.