With reference to the freedom to form associations or unions under Article 19(1)(c) of the Indian Constitution, consider the following statements: 1. Reasonable restrictions can be imposed on this right on the grounds of public order, morality, and the sovereignty and integrity of India. 2. The right to obtain recognition of an association is also guaranteed as a fundamental right. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct: Under Article 19(4), reasonable restrictions can be imposed on the right to form associations, unions, or cooperative societies on three grounds: public order, morality, and the sovereignty and integrity of India. Statement 2 is incorrect: The Supreme Court has held that while the right to form associations includes the right to start an association with legal objectives, the right to obtain recognition of such an association or union is not a fundamental right.