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

  1. 93rd Amendment Act

  2. 94th Amendment Act

  3. 95th Amendment Act

  4. 96th Amendment Act
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Explanation

The 93rd Amendment Act introduced the provision for reservation of seats for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in educational institutions and government jobs.

Multiple choice

When was the Constitution of India adopted?

  1. January 26, 1949

  2. August 15, 1947

  3. November 26, 1949

  4. January 26, 1950
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Explanation

The Constitution of India was adopted on January 26, 1950. It came into effect on January 26, 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day in India.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment abolished the practice of untouchability in India?

  1. First Amendment

  2. Second Amendment

  3. Third Amendment

  4. Fourth Amendment
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Explanation

The First Amendment to the Indian Constitution abolished the practice of untouchability in India.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the concept of Panchayats in India?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 74th Amendment

  3. 75th Amendment

  4. 76th Amendment
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Explanation

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of Panchayats in India, which are local self-government institutions at the village and intermediate levels.

Multiple choice

What is the procedure for amending the Constitution of India?

  1. The amendment is passed by a simple majority vote in both Houses of Parliament

  2. The amendment is passed by a two-thirds majority vote in both Houses of Parliament

  3. The amendment is passed by a three-fourths majority vote in both Houses of Parliament

  4. The amendment is passed by a unanimous vote in both Houses of Parliament
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B Correct answer
Explanation

An amendment to the Constitution of India is passed by a two-thirds majority vote in both Houses of Parliament.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced reservations for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in educational institutions and government jobs?

  1. The 73rd Amendment

  2. The 74th Amendment

  3. The 86th Amendment

  4. The 93rd Amendment
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Explanation

The 93rd Amendment introduced reservations for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in educational institutions and government jobs.

Multiple choice

Which amendment to the Indian Constitution made it mandatory for political parties to reserve one-third of seats for women in local bodies?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 74th Amendment

  3. 83rd Amendment

  4. 84th Amendment
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Explanation

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution, passed in 1992, made it mandatory for political parties to reserve one-third of seats for women in local bodies.

Multiple choice

Which amendment to the Indian Constitution made it mandatory for political parties to reserve one-third of seats for women in panchayats?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 74th Amendment

  3. 83rd Amendment

  4. 84th Amendment
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Explanation

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution, passed in 1992, made it mandatory for political parties to reserve one-third of seats for women in panchayats.

Multiple choice

What was the impact of the Thirteenth Amendment on the Indian economy?

  1. It led to a significant increase in government revenue

  2. It had no significant impact on the economy

  3. It led to a decrease in government expenditure

  4. It led to a rise in inflation
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Explanation

The Thirteenth Amendment led to a significant increase in government revenue, as the government no longer had to pay privy purses to the former rulers of princely states. This increase in revenue allowed the government to invest more in development projects and social welfare programs.

Multiple choice

When was the Indian constitution adopted?

  1. 1949

  2. 1950

  3. 1951

  4. 1952
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian constitution was adopted in 1950.

Multiple choice

What was the primary purpose of the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution of India?

  1. To introduce the concept of Panchayati Raj.

  2. To abolish the zamindari system.

  3. To amend the provisions related to citizenship.

  4. To add new fundamental rights.
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Explanation

The Sixth Amendment to the Constitution of India was primarily aimed at introducing the concept of Panchayati Raj, a system of local self-government in rural areas.

Multiple choice

When was the Indian Constitution adopted?

  1. November 26, 1949

  2. January 26, 1950

  3. August 15, 1947

  4. April 14, 1949
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Explanation

The Indian Constitution was adopted by the Indian Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949.

Multiple choice

When did the Indian Constitution come into effect?

  1. January 26, 1950

  2. August 15, 1947

  3. April 14, 1949

  4. November 26, 1949
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Explanation

The Indian Constitution came into effect on January 26, 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day in India.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Indian Constitution defines the procedure for amending the constitution?

  1. Article 368

  2. Article 369

  3. Article 370

  4. Article 371
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Explanation

Article 368 of the Indian Constitution defines the procedure for amending the constitution.

Multiple choice

What is the procedure for amending the constitution of a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860?

  1. Pass a resolution at a general meeting of the society.

  2. File an application with the Registrar of Societies.

  3. Pay the amendment fee.

  4. All of the above.
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Explanation

The procedure for amending the constitution of a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 includes passing a resolution at a general meeting of the society, filing an application with the Registrar of Societies, and paying the amendment fee.