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

In which year did the Indian Constitution grant women the right to vote?

  1. 1947

  2. 1950

  3. 1955

  4. 1960
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Constitution, adopted in 1950, granted equal voting rights to women, making India one of the first countries in the world to do so.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment in India aimed to provide reservation for women in local government bodies?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 74th Amendment

  3. 86th Amendment

  4. 91st Amendment
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution, enacted in 1993, aimed to provide reservation for women in local government bodies, mandating 33% reservation for women in Panchayats (village councils) and Municipalities.

Multiple choice

The Constitution of India, which established the country as a sovereign democratic republic, was adopted on which date?

  1. January 26, 1950

  2. August 15, 1947

  3. October 2, 1947

  4. November 26, 1949
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Constitution of India, drafted by the Constituent Assembly, came into effect on January 26, 1950, marking the transition of India into a republic and laying the foundation for its democratic governance.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment in India aimed to increase women's representation in politics?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 84th Amendment

  3. 91st Amendment
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution, enacted in 1993, aimed to increase women's representation in politics by reserving one-third of seats in local government bodies (Panchayats) for women.

Multiple choice

What was the primary objective of the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of India of 1961?

  1. To abolish the zamindari system

  2. To introduce universal adult suffrage

  3. To define the powers of the Union and the States

  4. To establish a uniform civil code
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Tenth Amendment was enacted to clarify the distribution of powers between the Union and the States, ensuring a balance of power and preserving the federal structure of the Indian Constitution.

Multiple choice

When was the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of India enacted?

  1. 1950

  2. 1956

  3. 1961

  4. 1967
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of India was enacted in 1961.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced Panchayati Raj in India?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 74th Amendment

  3. 86th Amendment

  4. 92nd Amendment
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A Correct answer
Explanation

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

Multiple choice

When did India adopt its constitution, which guaranteed equal rights for women?

  1. 1947

  2. 1950

  3. 1955

  4. 1960
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

India adopted its constitution on January 26, 1950, which guaranteed equal rights for women.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment made education a fundamental right in India?

  1. 86th Amendment

  2. 93rd Amendment

  3. 100th Amendment

  4. 102nd Amendment
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Explanation

The 86th Amendment to the Indian Constitution, enacted in 2002, made education a fundamental right for children between the ages of 6 and 14.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment abolished untouchability and prohibited its practice in India?

  1. The 1st Amendment

  2. The 10th Amendment

  3. The 15th Amendment

  4. The 20th Amendment
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The 15th Amendment to the Indian Constitution, enacted in 1955, abolished untouchability and prohibited its practice in any form. It declared untouchability as an offense punishable by law and aimed to promote equality and social justice for all citizens.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the concept of reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in educational institutions and government jobs?

  1. 1st Amendment

  2. 7th Amendment

  3. 15th Amendment

  4. 27th Amendment
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The 15th Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of reservation of seats for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in educational institutions and government jobs.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the concept of reservation of seats for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in educational institutions and government jobs?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 77th Amendment

  3. 85th Amendment

  4. 93rd Amendment
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The 85th Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of reservation of seats for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in educational institutions and government jobs.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the concept of reservation of seats for women in Panchayats and Municipalities?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 77th Amendment

  3. 85th Amendment

  4. 93rd Amendment
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of reservation of seats for women in Panchayats and Municipalities.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the concept of reservation of seats for persons with disabilities in educational institutions and government jobs?

  1. 86th Amendment

  2. 88th Amendment

  3. 90th Amendment

  4. 92nd Amendment
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The 86th Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of reservation of seats for persons with disabilities in educational institutions and government jobs.

Multiple choice

What is the constitutional amendment that introduced the Panchayati Raj System in India?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 74th Amendment

  3. 86th Amendment

  4. 91st Amendment
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A Correct answer
Explanation

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