Civics Polity

Constitutional Amendments

529 Questions

Constitutional amendments questions evaluate knowledge of the historical adoption of the Indian Constitution and its subsequent modifications. Key themes include specific amendment acts, the insertion of new articles, and changes to the Preamble. Mastery of this topic is essential for general awareness sections in UPSC and state civil services exams.

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Constitutional Amendments Questions

Multiple choice

Which Amendment to the Constitution of India introduced the concept of Fundamental Duties?

  1. Forty-second Amendment

  2. Forty-fourth Amendment

  3. Forty-sixth Amendment

  4. Forty-eighth Amendment
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Explanation

The Forty-second Amendment to the Constitution of India introduced the concept of Fundamental Duties.

Multiple choice

Which Amendment to the Constitution of India introduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST)?

  1. One Hundred and First Amendment

  2. One Hundred and Second Amendment

  3. One Hundred and Third Amendment

  4. One Hundred and Fourth Amendment
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Explanation

The One Hundred and First Amendment to the Constitution of India introduced the Goods and Services Tax (GST).

Multiple choice

Which Amendment to the Constitution of India introduced the Right to Information (RTI)?

  1. Eighty-sixth Amendment

  2. Eighty-seventh Amendment

  3. Eighty-eighth Amendment

  4. Eighty-ninth Amendment
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Explanation

The Eighty-sixth Amendment to the Constitution of India introduced the Right to Information (RTI).

Multiple choice

Which Amendment to the Constitution of India introduced the National Commission for Backward Classes?

  1. Ninety-seventh Amendment

  2. Ninety-eighth Amendment

  3. Ninety-ninth Amendment

  4. One Hundredth Amendment
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The Ninety-seventh Amendment to the Constitution of India introduced the National Commission for Backward Classes.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the concept of Panchayati Raj Institutions in India?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 74th Amendment

  3. 86th Amendment

  4. 93rd Amendment
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Explanation

The 73rd Amendment to the Constitution of India, enacted in 1992, introduced the concept of Panchayati Raj Institutions and established a three-tier system of local government in rural areas.

Multiple choice

When was the Constitution of India adopted?

  1. January 26, 1950

  2. August 15, 1947

  3. October 26, 1950

  4. November 26, 1949
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Explanation

The Constitution of India was adopted on January 26, 1950, and it came into effect on the same day.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Constitution of India deals with the Amendment of the Constitution?

  1. Article 368

  2. Article 369

  3. Article 370

  4. Article 371
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Article 368 of the Constitution of India deals with the Amendment of the Constitution.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the Indian constitution that was adopted in 1950?

  1. The Constitution of India

  2. The Government of India Act of 1935

  3. The Indian Independence Act of 1947

  4. The Quit India Movement Resolution
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Explanation

The Constitution of India was adopted in 1950.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the Gram Panchayat system in India?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 74th Amendment

  3. 86th Amendment

  4. 91st Amendment
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Explanation

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution, enacted in 1992, introduced the Gram Panchayat system, providing for the establishment of local self-government in rural areas.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Delimitation Commission to redraw electoral boundaries?

  1. Article 82

  2. Article 83

  3. Article 84

  4. Article 85
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Explanation

Article 82 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Delimitation Commission to redraw electoral boundaries.

Multiple choice

What is the significance of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments in Indian democracy?

  1. They provide constitutional status to Panchayati Raj institutions.

  2. They ensure the participation of women in local governance.

  3. They promote decentralization of power.

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments in India provide constitutional status to Panchayati Raj institutions, ensure the participation of women in local governance, and promote decentralization of power.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the concept of Panchayati Raj in India?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 74th Amendment

  3. 86th Amendment

  4. 93rd Amendment
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Explanation

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution, enacted in 1992, introduced the concept of Panchayati Raj and provided a constitutional framework for the establishment of PRIs.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced Panchayati Raj in India?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 74th Amendment

  3. 86th Amendment

  4. 97th Amendment
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Explanation

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution, passed in 1992, introduced Panchayati Raj in India.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the office of the Vice President of India?

  1. 1st Amendment

  2. 7th Amendment

  3. 12th Amendment

  4. 24th Amendment
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Explanation

The 12th Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the office of the Vice President of India.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the provision for a Joint Sitting of both houses of Parliament to resolve deadlocks?

  1. 42nd Amendment

  2. 44th Amendment

  3. 73rd Amendment

  4. 86th Amendment
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The 44th Amendment to the Indian Constitution, enacted in 1978, introduced the provision for a Joint Sitting of both houses of Parliament to resolve deadlocks.