Civics Polity

Constitutional Amendments

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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 in India guarantees the right to vote to all citizens?

  1. 42nd Amendment

  2. 61st Amendment

  3. 73rd Amendment

  4. 86th Amendment
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The 61st Amendment to the Indian Constitution, passed in 1989, guarantees the right to vote to all citizens aged 18 years and above.

Multiple choice

The Forest Rights Act, 2006 has been amended several times since its enactment. What was the main objective of the first amendment in 2008?

  1. To extend the deadline for filing claims of forest rights

  2. To clarify the process for recognizing and vesting forest rights

  3. To address the concerns raised by conservationists

  4. To strengthen the role of the Gram Sabha in implementing the Act
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The main objective of the first amendment to the Forest Rights Act, 2006 in 2008 was to extend the deadline for filing claims of forest rights. The original deadline of December 31, 2007 was extended to December 31, 2008.

Multiple choice

When was the Indian Constitution adopted by the Constituent Assembly?

  1. November 26, 1949

  2. January 26, 1950

  3. August 15, 1947

  4. October 2, 1951
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Indian Constitution was adopted by the Constituent Assembly on November 26, 1949, and came into effect on January 26, 1950.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Indian Constitution provides for the amendment of the Constitution?

  1. Article 368

  2. Article 369

  3. Article 370

  4. Article 371
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Article 368 of the Indian Constitution provides for the amendment of the Constitution through a special procedure.

Multiple choice

Which amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of Panchayati Raj?

  1. The 73rd Amendment

  2. The 74th Amendment

  3. The 75th Amendment

  4. The 76th Amendment
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The 73rd Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of Panchayati Raj, which established a three-tier system of local self-government in rural areas.

Multiple choice

Which amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of Nagarpalika?

  1. The 73rd Amendment

  2. The 74th Amendment

  3. The 75th Amendment

  4. The 76th Amendment
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The 74th Amendment to the Indian Constitution introduced the concept of Nagarpalika, which established a system of urban local self-government in India.

Multiple choice

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

  1. The Constitution of India

  2. The Indian Independence Act

  3. The Government of India Act

  4. The Indian Councils Act
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Constitution of India was adopted in 1950 and is the supreme law of the country.

Multiple choice

What was the main objective of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments?

  1. To strengthen the Panchayati Raj system

  2. To create a new tier of government at the district level

  3. To devolve more powers to the states

  4. To increase the representation of women in politics
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The main objective of the 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments was to strengthen the Panchayati Raj system by giving more powers and responsibilities to local governments.

Multiple choice

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

  1. 1950

  2. 1951

  3. 1952

  4. 1953
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The First Amendment to the Constitution of India was enacted on June 18, 1951.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Constitution was amended to abolish zamindari?

  1. Article 19

  2. Article 21

  3. Article 31

  4. Article 39
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Article 31 of the Constitution was amended to abolish zamindari.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Constitution was amended to add the Ninth Schedule?

  1. Article 19

  2. Article 21

  3. Article 31

  4. Article 31B
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Article 31B of the Constitution was amended to add the Ninth Schedule.

Multiple choice

What are some of the recent amendments made to the RTI Act?

  1. The Act now includes political parties under its ambit

  2. The Act now provides for a time limit of 45 days for responding to RTI applications

  3. The Act now provides for the establishment of a Central Information Commission

  4. None of the above
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A Correct answer
Explanation

One of the recent amendments made to the RTI Act is that it now includes political parties under its ambit.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the fundamental right to education in India?

  1. The 86th Amendment

  2. The 93rd Amendment

  3. The 102nd Amendment

  4. The 108th Amendment
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The 86th Amendment to the Indian Constitution, enacted in 2002, introduced Article 21-A, which recognizes the fundamental right to education for all children aged 6 to 14 years.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the concept of 'Right to Free and Compulsory Education' in India?

  1. The 86th Amendment

  2. The 93rd Amendment

  3. The 102nd Amendment

  4. The 108th Amendment
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The 86th Amendment to the Indian Constitution, enacted in 2002, introduced Article 21-A, which recognizes the fundamental right to education for all children aged 6 to 14 years.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment introduced the Panchayati Raj system 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 the Panchayati Raj system in India.