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 constitutional amendment introduced the concept of Gram Sabhas (village assemblies) and provided for the participation of tribal communities in the decision-making process?

  1. 73rd Amendment

  2. 74th Amendment

  3. 86th Amendment

  4. 95th Amendment
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Explanation

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of Gram Sabhas (village assemblies) and provided for the participation of tribal communities in the decision-making process.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the concept of Scheduled Tribes and provided for their representation in Parliament and state legislatures?

  1. 5th Amendment

  2. 10th Amendment

  3. 15th Amendment

  4. 20th Amendment
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The 10th Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of Scheduled Tribes and provided for their representation in Parliament and state legislatures.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the concept of Autonomous District Councils in certain tribal areas?

  1. 6th Amendment

  2. 7th Amendment

  3. 8th Amendment

  4. 9th Amendment
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Explanation

The 6th Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of Autonomous District Councils in certain tribal areas, granting them the power to make laws and regulations for their respective areas.

Multiple choice

When was the Eighth Schedule added to the Indian Constitution?

  1. 1950

  2. 1956

  3. 1967

  4. 1971
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Explanation

The Eighth Schedule was added to the Indian Constitution on January 26, 1950, along with the rest of the Constitution.

Multiple choice

Which electoral reform was introduced in India in 2013?

  1. Right to Recall

  2. Right to Reject

  3. Right to Information

  4. Right to Vote
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Right to Reject was introduced as an electoral reform in India in 2013.

Multiple choice

When did the Constituent Assembly of India adopt the Constitution of India?

  1. November 26, 1949

  2. January 26, 1950

  3. August 15, 1947

  4. October 2, 1947
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Explanation

The Constituent Assembly of India adopted the Constitution of India on November 26, 1949.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment was passed to implement the GST reform in India?

  1. 101st Amendment.

  2. 102nd Amendment.

  3. 103rd Amendment.

  4. 104th Amendment.
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Explanation

The 101st Amendment to the Constitution of India was passed in 2016 to implement the GST reform. This amendment empowered the central government to levy and collect GST on goods and services.

Multiple choice

When was the Constitution of India adopted?

  1. November 26, 1949

  2. January 26, 1950

  3. August 15, 1947

  4. October 2, 1952
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B Correct answer
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 Indian Constitution deals with the 73rd Amendment?

  1. Article 243A

  2. Article 243B

  3. Article 243C

  4. Article 243D
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Explanation

Article 243A of the Indian Constitution contains the provisions related to the 73rd Amendment, which introduced the Panchayati Raj system.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the 74th Constitutional Amendment?

  1. Article 243E

  2. Article 243F

  3. Article 243G

  4. Article 243H
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Article 243G of the Indian Constitution contains the provisions related to the 74th Amendment, which introduced the system of urban local governments.

Multiple choice

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

  1. They have strengthened the democratic foundations of the country

  2. They have promoted participatory democracy at the grassroots level

  3. They have enhanced the financial autonomy of local governments

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments have had a profound impact on Indian democracy by strengthening the democratic foundations of the country, promoting participatory democracy at the grassroots level, and enhancing the financial autonomy of local governments.

Multiple choice

The Indian Constitution came into effect on which date, marking a significant milestone in the country's legal history?

  1. January 26, 1950

  2. August 15, 1947

  3. October 2, 1952

  4. November 26, 1949
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Explanation

The Indian Constitution came into effect on January 26, 1950, replacing the Government of India Act, 1935. This date is celebrated as Republic Day in India.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the concept of 'Panchayati Raj' and established a three-tier system of local self-government in rural areas?

  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 concept of 'Panchayati Raj' and established a three-tier system of local self-government in rural areas.

Multiple choice

Which house of Parliament has the power to amend the Constitution?

  1. Lok Sabha

  2. Rajya Sabha

  3. President

  4. Supreme Court
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Explanation

Both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha have the power to amend the Constitution of India. However, an amendment bill must be passed by both houses of Parliament with a two-thirds majority in each house.

Multiple choice

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

  1. 1954

  2. 1956

  3. 1958

  4. 1960
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Seventh Amendment to the Constitution of India was enacted on 18th November 1956.