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Constitutions and Law

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Constitutions and Law questions cover fundamental rights, the preamble, critical articles, and amendments from the Indian and United States constitutions. This topic is indispensable for UPSC, state PSC, and SSC exams. Practicing these questions ensures a solid understanding of political frameworks and legal provisions.

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Constitutions and Law Questions

Multiple choice

Which article of the Constitution of India prohibits discrimination on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth?

  1. Article 14

  2. Article 15

  3. Article 16

  4. Article 17
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Article 15 of the Constitution of India prohibits discrimination on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, or place of birth.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination in employment on the grounds of caste?

  1. Article 14

  2. Article 15

  3. Article 16

  4. Article 17
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Article 16 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination in employment on the grounds of caste, among other factors.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional amendment in India guarantees the freedom of the press?

  1. First Amendment

  2. Second Amendment

  3. Nineteenth Amendment

  4. Twenty-first Amendment
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Nineteenth Amendment to the Indian Constitution guarantees the freedom of the press as a fundamental right.

Multiple choice

Which Amendment to the United States Constitution protects the right to freedom of assembly?

  1. First Amendment

  2. Second Amendment

  3. Third Amendment

  4. Fourth Amendment
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The First Amendment to the United States Constitution protects the right to freedom of assembly, which includes the right to gather for political purposes.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision guarantees the right to form associations and unions in India?

  1. Article 19(1)(a)

  2. Article 19(1)(b)

  3. Article 19(1)(c)

  4. Article 19(1)(d)
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Article 19(1)(c) of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to form associations and unions, including pressure groups. This fundamental right allows individuals to come together and collectively pursue their common interests and objectives.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities?

  1. Article 15

  2. Article 16

  3. Article 17

  4. Article 18
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Article 15 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities on the grounds of religion, race, caste, sex, place of birth, or any of them.

Multiple choice

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees due process of law?

  1. First Amendment

  2. Fifth Amendment

  3. Fourteenth Amendment

  4. Eighth Amendment
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Fourteenth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees due process of law to all persons within the jurisdiction of the United States.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination based on caste?

  1. Article 14

  2. Article 15

  3. Article 16

  4. Article 17
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Article 15 of the Indian Constitution prohibits discrimination based on caste, religion, race, sex, or place of birth. It ensures that all citizens are entitled to equality before the law and prohibits the state from discriminating against any citizen on the basis of caste.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Indian Constitution abolished the practice of untouchability?

  1. Article 14

  2. Article 15

  3. Article 16

  4. Article 17
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Article 17 of the Indian Constitution abolished the practice of untouchability and declared it to be a punishable offense. It prohibits any form of discrimination against individuals based on their caste or untouchability and ensures the equal rights and opportunities for all citizens.

Multiple choice

Which constitutional provision empowers the Election Commission of India to conduct By-Elections?

  1. Article 324

  2. Article 327

  3. Article 328

  4. Article 329
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Article 328 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Election Commission of India to conduct By-Elections to fill vacancies in the Parliament and State Legislatures.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Indian Constitution protects the rights of tribal communities?

  1. Article 244

  2. Article 245

  3. Article 246

  4. Article 247
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Article 244 of the Indian Constitution protects the rights of tribal communities.

Multiple choice

Which article of the Indian Constitution empowers the Election Commission of India to regulate election expenditure?

  1. Article 324

  2. Article 325

  3. Article 326

  4. Article 327
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Article 324 of the Indian Constitution empowers the Election Commission of India to regulate election expenditure.

Multiple choice

Which amendment to the United States Constitution protects freedom of speech and expression?

  1. First Amendment

  2. Second Amendment

  3. Third Amendment

  4. Fourth Amendment
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The First Amendment to the United States Constitution protects freedom of speech, religion, assembly, and the press. It is considered one of the most important amendments in the Bill of Rights.

Multiple choice

Which amendment to the United States Constitution protects the right to keep and bear arms?

  1. First Amendment

  2. Second Amendment

  3. Third Amendment

  4. Fourth Amendment
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution protects the right of individuals to keep and bear arms.

Multiple choice

When was the Second Amendment ratified?

  1. 1787

  2. 1789

  3. 1791

  4. 1804
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The Second Amendment was ratified on December 15, 1791, as part of the Bill of Rights.