1. What is the significance of the Preamble in the Indian
Constitution?
a) It is
enforceable by law.
b) It is a source
of authority for the Constitution.
c) It is not a part
of the Constitution.
d) It was added
later through an amendment.
Answer: b) It is a
source of authority for the Constitution.
Explanation: The
Preamble sets out the guiding purposes and principles of the Constitution. It
declares India to be a sovereign, socialist, secular, and democratic republic
and secures justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity for its citizens.
2. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
Right to Equality?
a) Article 14
b) Article 19
c) Article 21
d) Article 32
Answer: a) Article
14
Explanation:
Article 14 of the Indian Constitution guarantees equality before the law and
equal protection of the laws within the territory of India.
3. Who is known as the 'Father of the Indian Constitution'?
a) Mahatma Gandhi
b) B. R. Ambedkar
c) Jawaharlal Nehru
d) Sardar Patel
Answer: b) B. R.
Ambedkar
Explanation: Dr. B.
R. Ambedkar is regarded as the chief architect of the Indian Constitution. He
was the Chairman of the Drafting Committee and played a pivotal role in the
framing of the Constitution.
4. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
Directive Principles of State Policy?
a) Part III
b) Part IV
c) Part V
d) Part VI
Answer: b) Part IV
Explanation: The
Directive Principles of State Policy are guidelines for the framing of laws by
the government. These principles are not enforceable by any court but aim to
create social and economic conditions under which citizens can lead a good
life.
5. Which Constitutional Amendment Act gave a constitutional
status to Panchayati Raj institutions?
a) 42nd Amendment
Act
b) 44th Amendment
Act
c) 73rd Amendment
Act
d) 86th Amendment
Act
Answer: c) 73rd
Amendment Act
Explanation: The
73rd Amendment Act of 1992 gave constitutional status to Panchayati Raj
institutions, making it mandatory for state governments to implement the
three-tier system of Panchayati Raj.
6. Who has the authority to amend the Indian Constitution?
a) The President
b) The Parliament
c) The Prime
Minister
d) The Supreme
Court
Answer: b) The
Parliament
Explanation:
According to Article 368, the power to amend the Constitution rests with the
Parliament, which can add, alter, or repeal any provision of the Constitution.
7. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for the
abolition of untouchability?
a) Article 15
b) Article 17
c) Article 19
d) Article 21
Answer: b) Article
17
Explanation:
Article 17 of the Indian Constitution abolishes "untouchability" and
forbids its practice in any form. This is a fundamental right guaranteed to all
citizens.
8. How many Schedules are there in the Indian Constitution?
a) 10
b) 12
c) 14
d) 16
Answer: b) 12
Explanation:
Originally, there were eight schedules in the Indian Constitution. However,
after subsequent amendments, the number of schedules increased to twelve. They
deal with various aspects of governance ranging from allocation of powers to
representation of states.
9. Which Article of the Indian Constitution is related to
the promotion of international peace and security?
a) Article 48
b) Article 50
c) Article 51
d) Article 52
Answer: c) Article
51
Explanation:
Article 51 of the Directive Principles of State Policy promotes international
peace and security, maintains just and honorable relations between nations,
fosters respect for international law, and encourages settlement of
international disputes by arbitration.
10. What does Article 21 of the Indian Constitution
guarantee?
a) Right to
Equality
b) Right to
Freedom
c) Right to Life
and Personal Liberty
d) Right to
Constitutional Remedies
Answer: c) Right
to Life and Personal Liberty
11. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for
the establishment of a Finance Commission?
a) Article 275
b) Article 280
c) Article 300
d) Article 324
Answer: b) Article
280
Explanation:
Article 280 of the Indian Constitution provides for the establishment of a
Finance Commission to recommend the distribution of revenues between the Union
and the States.
12. Under which Article can the President of India declare a
National Emergency?
a) Article 352
b) Article 356
c) Article 360
d) Article 368
Answer: a) Article
352
Explanation:
Article 352 allows the President to declare a National Emergency if there is a
threat to the security of India or any part of its territory due to war,
external aggression, or armed rebellion.
13. Which amendment is known as the 'Mini-Constitution'?
a) 42nd Amendment
b) 44th Amendment
c) 52nd Amendment
d) 73rd Amendment
Answer: a) 42nd
Amendment
Explanation: The
42nd Amendment Act of 1976 is known as the 'Mini-Constitution' because it
brought about comprehensive changes to the Constitution, including the addition
of the words "Socialist" and "Secular" to the Preamble.
14. Which body is the final interpreter of the Indian
Constitution?
a) The Parliament
b) The President
c) The Supreme
Court
d) The Law
Commission
Answer: c) The
Supreme Court
Explanation: The
Supreme Court of India is the highest judicial authority and the final
interpreter of the Constitution. It has the power to review laws and determine
their constitutionality.
15. What is the maximum duration for which President’s Rule
can be continued in a state?
a) One year
b) Two years
c) Three years
d) Indefinitely
Answer: c) Three
years
Explanation:
President’s Rule can be extended for a maximum period of three years, with
periodic parliamentary approval every six months. Beyond one year, it can only
be extended under certain conditions specified in the Constitution.
16. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
Union and its territory?
a) Part I
b) Part II
c) Part III
d) Part IV
Answer: a) Part I
Explanation: Part
I of the Indian Constitution deals with the Union and its territory, detailing
the names of the states and union territories and their territories.
17. Which amendment introduced the fundamental duties of
Indian citizens?
a) 40th Amendment
b) 42nd Amendment
c) 44th Amendment
d) 52nd Amendment
Answer: b) 42nd
Amendment
Explanation: The
42nd Amendment Act of 1976 introduced the fundamental duties of citizens under
Article 51A, which lists ten duties that are expected to be followed by all
citizens of India.
18. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for
the establishment of a High Court for each state?
a) Article 214
b) Article 220
c) Article 226
d) Article 230
Answer: a) Article
214
Explanation:
Article 214 of the Indian Constitution provides for the establishment of a High
Court for each state, ensuring a separate judiciary for each state to deal with
matters within its jurisdiction.
19. What is the term of office for the Vice-President of
India?
a) 4 years
b) 5 years
c) 6 years
d) 7 years
Answer: b) 5 years
Explanation: The
Vice-President of India is elected for a term of five years. The Vice-President
can be re-elected and can hold office until a successor is duly elected.
20. Which Article deals with the protection and improvement
of the environment?
a) Article 48A
b) Article 49
c) Article 50
d) Article 51
Answer: a) Article
48A
Explanation:
Article 48A, added by the 42nd Amendment, directs the State to protect and
improve the environment and to safeguard the forests and wildlife of the
country.
More Questions
21. Which Article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the
Right to Freedom of Religion?
a) Article 19
b) Article 21
c) Article 25
d) Article 32
Answer: c) Article
25
Explanation:
Article 25 guarantees the freedom of conscience and the right to freely
profess, practice, and propagate religion, subject to public order, morality,
and health.
22. Which part of the Indian Constitution contains the
Fundamental Rights?
a) Part I
b) Part II
c) Part III
d) Part IV
Answer: c) Part
III
Explanation: Part
III of the Indian Constitution contains the Fundamental Rights, which are basic
human rights guaranteed to all citizens, including the right to equality,
freedom, and protection against exploitation.
23. What is the primary function of the Election Commission
of India?
a) To conduct
state elections
b) To oversee the
Parliament's proceedings
c) To conduct free
and fair elections to the Parliament and State Legislatures
d) To manage the
Indian Judiciary
Answer: c) To
conduct free and fair elections to the Parliament and State Legislatures
Explanation: The
Election Commission of India is an autonomous constitutional authority
responsible for administering election processes at both the national and state
levels to ensure free and fair elections.
24. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for
the impeachment of the President?
a) Article 52
b) Article 61
c) Article 74
d) Article 76
Answer: b) Article
61
Explanation:
Article 61 provides the procedure for the impeachment of the President of India
for violation of the Constitution. The process can be initiated in either House
of Parliament.
25. Which of the following bodies is known as the 'Guardian
of the Constitution'?
a) The President
of India
b) The Parliament
of India
c) The Supreme
Court of India
d) The Attorney
General of India
Answer: c) The
Supreme Court of India
Explanation: The
Supreme Court of India is often referred to as the 'Guardian of the
Constitution' as it has the power to protect and interpret the Constitution
through judicial review and other constitutional mechanisms.
26. Which Article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the
Right to Freedom of Speech and Expression?
a) Article 14
b) Article 19
c) Article 21
d) Article 22
Answer: b) Article
19
Explanation:
Article 19(1)(a) of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of
speech and expression to all citizens, allowing them to express their views
freely.
27. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for
the establishment of a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament?
a) Article 102
b) Article 108
c) Article 110
d) Article 112
Answer: b) Article
108
Explanation:
Article 108 provides for the joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament (Lok
Sabha and Rajya Sabha) in case of a deadlock over the passage of a bill, with
the Speaker of the Lok Sabha presiding over the joint sitting.
28. Under which Article can the Parliament legislate on a
subject in the State List?
a) Article 246
b) Article 248
c) Article 249
d) Article 250
Answer: c) Article
249
Explanation:
Article 249 allows the Parliament to legislate on a subject in the State List
if the Rajya Sabha passes a resolution by a two-thirds majority that it is
necessary to do so in the national interest.
29. Which Amendment Act is associated with the Panchayati
Raj System?
a) 42nd Amendment
Act
b) 44th Amendment
Act
c) 73rd Amendment
Act
d) 86th Amendment
Act
Answer: c) 73rd
Amendment Act
Explanation: The
73rd Amendment Act of 1992 is associated with the Panchayati Raj System, giving
constitutional status to the rural local bodies and defining their powers and
functions.
30. Which body is responsible for the appointment of judges
to the Supreme Court and High Courts?
a) President of
India
b) Prime Minister
of India
c) Parliament of
India
d) Collegium
System
Answer: d)
Collegium System
Explanation: The
Collegium System, comprising the Chief Justice of India and a forum of four
senior-most judges of the Supreme Court, is responsible for the appointment and
transfer of judges to the Supreme Court and High Courts.
31. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with
Citizenship?
a) Part I
b) Part II
c) Part III
d) Part IV
Answer: b) Part II
Explanation: Part
II of the Indian Constitution deals with Citizenship, detailing who is
considered a citizen of India at the commencement of the Constitution and the
acquisition and termination of citizenship thereafter.
32. What is the maximum number of members that the President
can nominate to the Rajya Sabha?
a) 10
b) 12
c) 14
d) 16
Answer: b) 12
Explanation: The
President of India can nominate up to 12 members to the Rajya Sabha from among
persons having special knowledge or practical experience in literature,
science, art, and social service.
33. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for
the establishment of the Attorney General of India?
a) Article 76
b) Article 78
c) Article 80
d) Article 82
Answer: a) Article
76
Explanation:
Article 76 of the Indian Constitution provides for the office of the Attorney
General of India, who is the highest law officer in the country and advises the
government on legal matters.
34. Which Article of the Indian Constitution mentions the
concept of the "Doctrine of Basic Structure"?
a) Article 13
b) Article 21
c) Article 32
d) None of the
above
Answer: d) None of
the above
Explanation: The
concept of the "Doctrine of Basic Structure" was propounded by the
Supreme Court in the Kesavananda Bharati case (1973). It is not mentioned in
any specific article of the Constitution but is a judicial innovation to
protect the fundamental structure of the Constitution.
35. Which amendment act is known for abolishing the privy
purses and privileges of former rulers?
a) 24th Amendment
Act
b) 26th Amendment
Act
c) 42nd Amendment
Act
d) 44th Amendment
Act
Answer: b) 26th
Amendment Act
Explanation: The
26th Amendment Act of 1971 abolished the privy purses and privileges of the
former rulers of princely states, thus integrating them fully into the Indian
Republic.
36. Which Article provides for the appointment of a special
officer for linguistic minorities?
a) Article 324
b) Article 330
c) Article 335
d) Article 350B
Answer: d) Article
350B
Explanation:
Article 350B provides for the appointment of a special officer for linguistic
minorities by the President of India, who is tasked with safeguarding their
rights and interests.
37. Which Article empowers the President to grant pardons,
reprieves, respites, or remissions of punishment?
a) Article 72
b) Article 78
c) Article 80
d) Article 82
Answer: a) Article
72
Explanation:
Article 72 empowers the President to grant pardons, reprieves, respites, or
remissions of punishment, or to suspend, remit, or commute the sentence of any
person convicted of any offense.
38. What is the minimum age for a person to be eligible to
become the President of India?
a) 25 years
b) 30 years
c) 35 years
d) 40 years
Answer: c) 35
years
Explanation:
According to Article 58 of the Indian Constitution, a person must be at least
35 years old to be eligible to become the President of India.
39. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
Union Budget?
a) Article 110
b) Article 112
c) Article 115
d) Article 117
Answer: b) Article
112
Explanation:
Article 112 deals with the Union Budget, also known as the Annual Financial
Statement, which is a statement of the estimated receipts and expenditure of
the Government of India for that financial year.
40. Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the
allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha?
a) First Schedule
b) Second Schedule
c) Fourth Schedule
d) Sixth Schedule
Answer: c) Fourth
Schedule
Explanation: The
Fourth Schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the allocation of seats
in the Rajya Sabha (Council of States) to the States and Union territories.
41. Which Article of the Indian Constitution prohibits
traffic in human beings and forced labor?
a) Article 19
b) Article 21
c) Article 23
d) Article 25
Answer: c) Article
23
Explanation:
Article 23 prohibits traffic in human beings, begar (forced labor), and other
similar forms of forced labor, making such practices punishable under law.
42. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
right to constitutional remedies?
a) Article 19
b) Article 21
c) Article 32
d) Article 44
Answer: c) Article
32
Explanation:
Article 32 provides the right to constitutional remedies, allowing individuals
to move the Supreme Court for enforcement of their fundamental rights.
43. Who appoints the Chief Election Commissioner of India?
a) The President
of India
b) The Prime
Minister of India
c) The Parliament
of India
d) The Chief
Justice of India
Answer: a) The
President of India
Explanation: The
Chief Election Commissioner of India is appointed by the President of India and
is responsible for conducting free and fair elections in the country.
44. Which Article of the Indian Constitution mandates that
all minorities have the right to establish and administer educational
institutions?
a) Article 29
b) Article 30
c) Article 31
d) Article 32
Answer: b) Article
30
Explanation:
Article 30 provides that all minorities, whether based on religion or language,
have the right to establish and administer educational institutions of their
choice.
45. Which amendment act is associated with the introduction
of Goods and Services Tax (GST)?
a) 100th Amendment
Act
b) 101st Amendment
Act
c) 102nd Amendment
Act
d) 103rd Amendment
Act
Answer: b) 101st
Amendment Act
Explanation: The
101st Amendment Act of 2016 introduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in
India, creating a single tax structure for the country.
46. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
Scheduled and Tribal Areas?
a) Part VI
b) Part VII
c) Part IX
d) Part X
Answer: d) Part X
Explanation:
Part X of the Indian
Constitution deals with the Scheduled and Tribal Areas, providing special
provisions for the administration and control of these areas to protect the
interests of the Scheduled Tribes.
47. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
duties of the Prime Minister regarding furnishing information to the President?
a) Article 74
b) Article 75
c) Article 78
d) Article 79
Answer: c) Article
78
Explanation:
Article 78 outlines the duties of the Prime Minister in furnishing information
to the President, including decisions of the Council of Ministers relating to
the administration of the affairs of the Union.
48. Which part of the Indian Constitution contains the
provisions regarding the emergency powers of the President?
a) Part XIV
b) Part XVIII
c) Part XX
d) Part XXII
Answer: b) Part
XVIII
Explanation: Part
XVIII of the Indian Constitution contains the provisions regarding the
emergency powers of the President, including National Emergency (Article 352),
President's Rule (Article 356), and Financial Emergency (Article 360).
49. Which Amendment Act provided for the reservation of
seats for women in Panchayats?
a) 72nd Amendment
Act
b) 73rd Amendment
Act
c) 74th Amendment
Act
d) 75th Amendment
Act
Answer: b) 73rd
Amendment Act
Explanation: The
73rd Amendment Act of 1992 provided for the reservation of seats for women in
Panchayats, ensuring that at least one-third of the seats are reserved for
women.
50. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
formation of new states and alteration of areas, boundaries, or names of
existing states?
a) Article 1
b) Article 2
c) Article 3
d) Article 4
Answer: c) Article
3
Explanation:
Article 3 empowers the Parliament to form new states and alter the areas,
boundaries, or names of existing states, ensuring flexibility in the
administrative divisions of the country.
51. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for
the right to education?
a) Article 19
b) Article 21A
c) Article 29
d) Article 30
Answer: b) Article
21A
Explanation:
Article 21A was inserted by the 86th Amendment Act of 2002, making the right to
education a fundamental right for children aged 6 to 14 years.
52. Which Article empowers the President to proclaim a
Financial Emergency?
a) Article 352
b) Article 356
c) Article 360
d) Article 368
Answer: c) Article
360
Explanation:
Article 360 empowers the President to proclaim a Financial Emergency if he is
satisfied that the financial stability or credit of India is threatened.
53. Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution contains
provisions regarding the administration of tribal areas in the states of Assam,
Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram?
a) Fifth Schedule
b) Sixth Schedule
c) Seventh
Schedule
d) Eighth Schedule
Answer: b) Sixth
Schedule
Explanation: The
Sixth Schedule contains provisions for the administration of tribal areas in
Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram, providing for autonomous district
councils.
54. Which amendment added the words "Socialist"
and "Secular" to the Preamble of the Indian Constitution?
a) 40th Amendment
b) 42nd Amendment
c) 44th Amendment
d) 46th Amendment
Answer: b) 42nd
Amendment
Explanation: The
42nd Amendment Act of 1976 added the words "Socialist" and
"Secular" to the Preamble, emphasizing the commitment to social
justice and secularism.
55. Who presides over a joint sitting of both Houses of
Parliament?
a) The President
b) The
Vice-President
c) The Speaker of
the Lok Sabha
d) The Prime
Minister
Answer: c) The
Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Explanation: The
Speaker of the Lok Sabha presides over a joint sitting of both Houses of
Parliament, which is called to resolve any deadlock over the passage of a bill.
56. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
distribution of powers between the Union and States?
a) Part XI
b) Part XII
c) Part XIII
d) Part XIV
Answer: a) Part XI
Explanation: Part
XI of the Indian Constitution deals with the distribution of legislative,
administrative, and financial powers between the Union and the States,
detailing the Union List, State List, and Concurrent List.
57. Which Article of the Indian Constitution prohibits
discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth?
a) Article 14
b) Article 15
c) Article 16
d) Article 17
Answer: b) Article
15
Explanation:
Article 15 prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex,
or place of birth, ensuring equality and protection of citizens' rights.
58. Who has the power to promulgate ordinances during the
recess of Parliament?
a) The Prime
Minister
b) The President
c) The Chief
Justice
d) The Speaker
Answer: b) The
President
Explanation: The
President has the power to promulgate ordinances during the recess of
Parliament under Article 123, which have the same force and effect as laws
passed by Parliament.
59. Which amendment act lowered the voting age from 21 years
to 18 years?
a) 56th Amendment
Act
b) 58th Amendment
Act
c) 61st Amendment
Act
d) 63rd Amendment
Act
Answer: c) 61st
Amendment Act
Explanation: The
61st Amendment Act of 1988 lowered the voting age from 21 years to 18 years,
allowing a larger segment of the population to participate in the electoral
process.
60. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
functions of the Public Service Commissions?
a) Article 308
b) Article 312
c) Article 315
d) Article 320
Answer: d) Article
320
Explanation:
Article 320 deals with the functions of the Public Service Commissions, which
include conducting examinations for appointments to the services of the Union
and the States.
61. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
official languages?
a) Part XVI
b) Part XVII
c) Part XVIII
d) Part XIX
Answer: b) Part
XVII
Explanation: Part
XVII of the Indian Constitution deals with the official languages, detailing
provisions regarding the language to be used in the Parliament, the judiciary,
and for other official purposes.
62. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for
the formation of the Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President?
a) Article 74
b) Article 75
c) Article 76
d) Article 78
Answer: a) Article
74
Explanation:
Article 74 provides for the formation of the Council of Ministers, headed by
the Prime Minister, to aid and advise the President in the exercise of his
functions.
63. Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution contains the
three lists: Union List, State List, and Concurrent List?
a) Fifth Schedule
b) Sixth Schedule
c) Seventh
Schedule
d) Eighth Schedule
Answer: c) Seventh
Schedule
Explanation: The
Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution contains the Union List, State
List, and Concurrent List, detailing the distribution of powers and
responsibilities between the Union and the States.
64. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
right to protection against arrest and detention in certain cases?
a) Article 19
b) Article 20
c) Article 21
d) Article 22
Answer: d) Article
22
Explanation:
Article 22 provides protection against arbitrary arrest and detention,
including the right to be informed of the grounds of arrest, the right to
consult a legal practitioner, and the right to be produced before a magistrate
within 24 hours.
65. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
Municipalities?
a) Part IX
b) Part IXA
c) Part X
d) Part XI
Answer: b) Part
IXA
Explanation: Part
IXA of the Indian Constitution, added by the 74th Amendment Act, deals with the
Municipalities, providing for the establishment, composition, powers, and
functions of urban local bodies.
66. Which Article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the
right to privacy as a fundamental right?
a) Article 14
b) Article 19
c) Article 21
d) Article 22
Answer: c) Article
21
Explanation: The
right to privacy has been interpreted as a part of the right to life and
personal liberty guaranteed under Article 21 by the Supreme Court in the
landmark judgment of Justice K.S. Puttaswamy (Retd.) v. Union of India (2017).
67. Which Article of the Indian
Constitution provides
for the reservation of seats in the Lok Sabha for Scheduled Castes and
Scheduled Tribes?
a) Article 325
b) Article 326
c) Article 330
d) Article 335
Answer: c) Article
330
Explanation:
Article 330 provides for the reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes and
Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha to ensure their adequate representation in
the Parliament.
68. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with
Fundamental Duties?
a) Part III
b) Part IV
c) Part IVA
d) Part V
Answer: c) Part
IVA
Explanation: Part
IVA of the Indian Constitution, added by the 42nd Amendment Act, deals with
Fundamental Duties, listing the moral obligations of citizens to promote a
spirit of patriotism and uphold the unity of India.
69. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
amendment of the Constitution?
a) Article 356
b) Article 360
c) Article 368
d) Article 370
Answer: c) Article
368
Explanation:
Article 368 deals with the amendment of the Constitution, detailing the
procedure by which the Parliament can amend the provisions of the Constitution.
70. Which Amendment Act is associated with the formation of
the National Commission for Backward Classes?
a) 100th Amendment
Act
b) 101st Amendment
Act
c) 102nd Amendment
Act
d) 103rd Amendment
Act
Answer: c) 102nd
Amendment Act
Explanation: The
102nd Amendment Act of 2018 is associated with the formation of the National
Commission for Backward Classes, giving it constitutional status.
71. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for
the promotion of international peace and security?
a) Article 48
b) Article 50
c) Article 51
d) Article 52
Answer: c) Article
51
Explanation:
Article 51 promotes international peace and security, encouraging respect for
international law and treaty obligations, and fostering relations with other
nations.
72. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
Finance Commission?
a) Part IX
b) Part XII
c) Part XIV
d) Part XV
Answer: b) Part
XII
Explanation: Part
XII of the Indian Constitution deals with the Finance Commission, detailing its
composition, functions, and powers to allocate financial resources between the
Union and the States.
73. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for
the impeachment of the President?
a) Article 56
b) Article 58
c) Article 61
d) Article 63
Answer: c) Article
61
Explanation:
Article 61 provides for the impeachment of the President of India on the
grounds of violation of the Constitution, detailing the process to be followed
for such impeachment.
74. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
Union Territories?
a) Part VI
b) Part VII
c) Part VIII
d) Part IX
Answer: c) Part
VIII
Explanation: Part
VIII of the Indian Constitution deals with the Union Territories, detailing
their administration and the powers of the President regarding their
governance.
75. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
special provisions for the state of Jammu and Kashmir?
a) Article 356
b) Article 360
c) Article 370
d) Article 372
Answer: c) Article
370
Explanation:
Article 370 provided special autonomy to the state of Jammu and Kashmir,
detailing the relationship between the state and the Union of India. Note that
this article was effectively abrogated by the Government of India in August
2019 through a Presidential Order and the passage of a resolution in
Parliament.
76. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
establishment of the Supreme Court?
a) Article 124
b) Article 126
c) Article 130
d) Article 132
Answer: a) Article
124
Explanation:
Article 124 provides for the establishment of the Supreme Court of India,
detailing its composition, appointment of judges, and their tenure.
77. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
Emergency Provisions?
a) Part XV
b) Part XVII
c) Part XVIII
d) Part XIX
Answer: c) Part
XVIII
Explanation: Part
XVIII of the Indian Constitution deals with the Emergency Provisions, including
National Emergency, President's Rule, and Financial Emergency.
78. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for
the promotion of harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood among all the
people of India?
a) Article 39
b) Article 44
c) Article 48A
d) Article 51A(e)
Answer: d) Article
51A(e)
Explanation:
Article 51A(e) is one of the Fundamental Duties, calling upon citizens to
promote harmony and the spirit of common brotherhood among all the people of
India.
79. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for
the right to equality before the law?
a) Article 14
b) Article 15
c) Article 16
d) Article 17
Answer: a) Article
14
Explanation:
Article 14 provides for the right to equality before the law and equal
protection of the laws within the territory of India.
80. Which Amendment Act is associated with the Goods and
Services Tax (GST)?
a) 100th Amendment
Act
b) 101st Amendment
Act
c) 102nd Amendment
Act
d) 103rd Amendment
Act
Answer: b) 101st
Amendment Act
Explanation: The
101st Amendment Act of 2016 introduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST),
creating a single indirect tax for the entire country.
81. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
Directive Principles of State Policy?
a) Part III
b) Part IV
c) Part V
d) Part VI
Answer: b) Part IV
Explanation: Part
IV of the Indian Constitution deals with the Directive Principles of State
Policy, which are guidelines for the framing of laws by the government.
82. Which Article of the Indian Constitution provides for
the establishment of a Finance Commission?
a) Article 256
b) Article 266
c) Article 280
d) Article 290
Answer: c) Article
280
Explanation:
Article 280 provides for the establishment of a Finance Commission, which is
constituted by the President every five years to recommend the distribution of
financial resources between the Union and the States.
83. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
appointment of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India?
a) Article 148
b) Article 150
c) Article 152
d) Article 154
Answer: a) Article
148
Explanation:
Article 148 provides for the appointment of the Comptroller and Auditor General
of India, who audits the accounts of the Union and State governments.
84. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
Fundamental Rights?
a) Part II
b) Part III
c) Part IV
d) Part V
Answer: b) Part
III
Explanation: Part
III of the Indian Constitution deals with the Fundamental Rights, which are the
basic human rights guaranteed to all citizens.
85. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
right against exploitation?
a) Article 20
b) Article 21
c) Article 23
d) Article 24
Answer: c) Article
23
Explanation:
Article 23 prohibits traffic in human beings and forced labor, thus protecting
individuals from exploitation.
86. Which Amendment Act introduced the concept of Goods and
Services Tax (GST) in India?
a) 100th Amendment
Act
b) 101st Amendment
Act
c) 102nd Amendment
Act
d) 103rd Amendment
Act
Answer: b) 101st
Amendment Act
Explanation: The
101st Amendment Act of 2016 introduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST),
creating a unified tax system for goods and services across India.
87. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
duties of the Prime Minister as respects the furnishing of information to the
President?
a) Article 74
b) Article 75
c) Article 78
d) Article 79
Answer: c) Article
78
Explanation:
Article 78 outlines the duties of the Prime Minister regarding the furnishing
of information to the President, including decisions of the Council of
Ministers and proposals for legislation.
88. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
allocation of powers between the Union and State governments?
a) Part XI
b) Part XII
c) Part XIII
d) Part XIV
Answer: a) Part XI
Explanation: Part
XI of the Indian Constitution deals with the allocation of powers between the
Union and State governments, detailing the legislative, administrative, and
financial relations.
89. Which Article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the
right to life and personal liberty?
a) Article 19
b) Article 20
c) Article 21
d) Article 22
Answer: c) Article
21
Explanation:
Article 21 guarantees the right to life and personal liberty, stating that no
person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to
the procedure established by law.
90. Which Amendment Act is associated with the Right to
Information?
a) 73rd Amendment
Act
b) 74th Amendment
Act
c) 76th Amendment
Act
d) None of the
above
Answer: d) None of
the above
Explanation: The
Right to Information Act, 2005, is not associated with any amendment act; it is
a separate legislation enacted by the Parliament of India.
91. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
Panchayats?
a) Part VIII
b) Part IX
c) Part X
d) Part XI
Answer: b) Part IX
Explanation: Part
IX of the Indian Constitution, added by the 73rd Amendment Act, deals with the
Panchayats, providing for their organization, composition, powers, and
functions.
92. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
establishment and constitution of the Parliament of India?
a) Article 74
b) Article 75
c) Article 79
d) Article 80
Answer: c) Article
79
Explanation:
Article 79 deals with the establishment and constitution of the Parliament of
India, which consists of the President and two Houses – the Council of States
(Rajya Sabha) and the House of the People (Lok Sabha).
93. Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the
allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha?
a) Fourth Schedule
b) Fifth Schedule
c) Sixth Schedule
d) Seventh
Schedule
Answer: a) Fourth
Schedule
Explanation: The
Fourth Schedule deals with the allocation of seats in the Rajya Sabha, the
Council of States, detailing the number of representatives from each state and
union territory.
94. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the
establishment of a common high court for two or more states?
a) Article 214
b) Article 216
c) Article 219
d) Article 231
Answer: d) Article
231
Explanation:
Article 231 provides for the establishment of a common high court for two or
more states or for two or more states and a union territory, as the Parliament
may by law provide.
95. Which part of the Indian Constitution deals with the
Union Territories?
a) Part VII
b) Part VIII
c) Part IX
d) Part X
Answer: b) Part
VIII
Explanation: Part
VIII of the Indian Constitution deals with the Union Territories, detailing
their administration and governance.
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