Civics Polity

Constitutional Amendments

599 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 article of the Constitution was amended by the Second Amendment to abolish the zamindari system?

  1. Article 31

  2. Article 31A

  3. Article 31B

  4. Article 31C
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Article 31 was amended by the Second Amendment to abolish the zamindari system.

Multiple choice

What was the impact of the Second Amendment on the Indian Constitution?

  1. It strengthened the federal structure of the Constitution

  2. It introduced adult franchise

  3. It abolished the zamindari system

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Second Amendment had a significant impact on the Indian Constitution by strengthening the federal structure, introducing adult franchise, and abolishing the zamindari system.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is considered a milestone in the evolution of Indian democracy?

  1. The adoption of the Indian Constitution

  2. The first general elections in India

  3. The Green Revolution

  4. The Emergency period
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950 marked a significant milestone in the evolution of Indian democracy, as it established a framework for a democratic government and guaranteed fundamental rights to citizens.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment extended the reservation of seats for Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies?

  1. Amendment 7

  2. Amendment 8

  3. Amendment 9

  4. Amendment 10
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The 9th Amendment to the Constitution of India, enacted in 1951, extended the reservation of seats for Scheduled Tribes in the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies.

Multiple choice

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

  1. The Constitution of India

  2. The Indian Constitution

  3. The Constitution of the Republic of India

  4. The Indian Republic Constitution
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The name of the Indian constitution that was adopted in 1950 is The Constitution of India.

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

What are the recent amendments made to the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008?

  1. The Limited Liability Partnership (Amendment) Act, 2021

  2. The Limited Liability Partnership (Second Amendment) Act, 2022

  3. Both of the above

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Limited Liability Partnership (Amendment) Act, 2021, and the Limited Liability Partnership (Second Amendment) Act, 2022, are the recent amendments made to the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008.

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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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

What is the procedure for amending the Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of India?

  1. By a simple majority in both Houses of Parliament

  2. By a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament

  3. By a simple majority in the Lok Sabha and a two-thirds majority in the Rajya Sabha

  4. By a two-thirds majority in the Lok Sabha and a simple majority in the Rajya Sabha
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Tenth Amendment to the Constitution of India can be amended by a two-thirds majority in both Houses of Parliament.

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
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B Correct answer
Explanation

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